It is my joyous privilege to recommend the extraordinary skills of Chef Johnny Scott. On at least two occasions Johnny used his talents to serve about 100 of our European military missionaries gathered in Germany for their annual leadership training conference. Johnny couples his passion for serving others with his extraordinary talents as a chef. Our budget for the event was very limited but Mr. Scott served us a four-course meal that rivaled a presentation from a Michelin 3-Star restaurant. While in conversation with Johnny I soon became aware of at least one source of his excellence in food-service—his Passion. Johnny views his vocation as a ‘calling from God’ and his skillfulness as an innate ‘gifting’ he has sought to diligently uncover, develop and employ to give glory to His creator. When he recently told me of the opening of “The Mission Kitchen” Washington, D.C., everything about this announcement evoked an enthusiastic “YES!” I enthusiastically recommend his services to any and all who appreciate excellence, skill and passion in food services. Robert A. Moore, Jr., CEO of Freedom Outreach - Ministry to the Military

Johnny is an amazing person and a patient teacher. I have always dreaded cooking- it stresses me out. I don't feel like I know what I am doing or that I"m doing it correctly. Johnny started giving cooking classes, and after attending those classes I felt my confidence soar. He showed me new ways to cook foods that I would have never known. Now when I cook my kiddos lick the pan clean, and I have Johnny to thank!

I was very honored to have Jonny Scott cater my “WHO AM I” Cd Release Party! Everything was done in the Spirit of Excellence! I was so thankful! There was plenty of food and it was well prepared! DELICIOUS! Everyone who came out loved it! I definitely would recommend him to any and everyone and I look forward to working with him again!

I would like to take the time out to say a few kinds words to Johnny and Mardela Scott. I had a chance to experience their expertise in baking me a birthday cake. I would like to say the efforts that were taken to make this cake as well the details that was put into it. I had never had a cake not to only look good but tasted phenomenal. I did not even want to cut the cake because it looked just that good. It was made with the fondue icing. Also, was able to use this service for a birthday party for my children. The dishes that were prepared was just enough with even some extras with to pass out. It was just enough for the amount of people that was there. Very tasty original. The service was great, friendly, not costly at all. I would recommend to any one needing a good caterer for any occasion.

I had the honor of partaking in Johnny's cuisine as he catered a leadership event in Germany. He was gracious enough to also help us meal plan and prep (as a volunteer) for our youth camps for military teens in Belgium. I am thrilled that Chef Johnny is here in Northern Virginia as we fully expect to use his services as much as possible for all our catering needs." Jennie Humann, International Director for Jacob's Generation and Co-Director for Freedom Outreach International, Washington DC Branch

Chef Johnny is not only one of the nicest people you could meet, he is also an incredible chef! The food he makes is not only delicious but creative, with great attention paid to every detail. I was able to work alongside Chef Johnny when he cooked meals for the DC Dream Center, and week after week the praise for the meals he created was glowing, and the plates scraped clean.

Where do I begin? Chef Johnny and I go a few years back so why not start in Savannah, Ga, almost 13 years ago. My husband and I were stationed there and I was enrolled in cooking classes with Chef Johnny. Johnny at the time was always a highlight in any space you put him in. There were many days in class, where it felt as if we both were just cooking in a family kitchen and not school! Our conversations in the kitchen were both spiritual and fun. There was never a dull moment. Johnny was growing in his relationship with Jesus Christ and I was gaining a new brother. Johnny has the biggest smile and I often told people he was my brother from another mother because we both loved cooking and smiling! Just one dish with Chef and his smile and personality turns any meal into a masterpiece. After talking with him and eating his dishes, you find yourself wanting more of his conversation and his food. My time with Chef wasnʹt just about ii food, nope my assignment was to connect him to my best friend Mardela Syril. The Lord used our meeting as a chance for me to share with Johnny about my wonderful island friend who also loved cooking and more! I thought all that time with Johnny was to learn all I could about cooking, but the Lord had something in store for him. As you can see every day in class, I was talking his ear off about my friend, his fabulous wife now, and I was also trying to steal his cooking insights while we talked. One thing about Johnny, he has a creative side. His dishes are unique and I promise you, you have not had them before! Too many to name, but everything he makes is finger‐licking good! Chef Johnny, my brother and a man who makes being in the kitchen a mission, hence “Mission Kitchen”! I appreciate your love for food and cooking is for sure your ministry!

I’ve met Johnny in Ramstein Air Base Germany back in 2012. We both share the same passion in making good food, I have made some Lumpia and he loved it so I shared my recipe with him. Our faith brought us together as friends that’s why I call Johnny “my brother from another mother but the same FATHER (God the Father) “.

I can sum up serving alongside Johnny this way: you want Johnny on your team because he makes the team better. His joy is contagious. He is hardworking and efficient, and he is especially humble and committed to serving others well. Johnny makes everybody feel comfortable and with a sense of belonging ‐ and, one thing I especially appreciate: there is always time to laugh! Those years were special and I will forever carry those memories with me. And I can only hope that I can love people as well as Johnny does!

Mr. Scott successfully provided lessons to our Military members and BOSS (Single Soldiers) through the course of his contract with us. He has a variety of cooking skills can teach very basic dishes to very complex dishes.

Chef Johnny always did a great job cooking for our organization. I looked forward to his delicious meals every week. The portions were great, the flavors and styles were unique, and his trademark charisma brought a great energy along with the food ‐ week after week after week. Iʹm grateful to have had the Chef Johnny experience, and so are my taste buds!

When I was stationed in Germany my family met the Scott family and got to experience some of the best eating you could imagine. We had some of the best tasting meals at our group get gatherings with people from multiple nations attending most events. The first time we invited the Scott family over to our house, they said ʺgreat let us come cook for you.ʺ I attempted to acquire some ingredients they may need but, they remained adamant that we buy nothing and let them just cook something random. They perused the pantry, came out with a bunch of items I never would have combined, then said, ʺwe got it figured out.ʺ They cooked one of the most flavorful meals we have ever tasted. We have never been able to reproduce that bean soup recipe again but they are welcome at our house anytime they want, cooking or no cooking. You canʹt find a better man of character or talents then Chef Johnny Scott.

Johnny, Thank you for such an amazing catered event during our Christmas Holiday party. We were so excited to have you here in our home for such a very special occasion for me and my spouse. Once a year we throw a huge party to entertain and to say thank you to all our family and friends. We missed you not being here in Virginia to help us this year with our event because everything was so perfect🤗when you were here. We wish Mission Kitchen all the wonderful things that God has to offer such a wonderful person. Two thumbs up for you and that delicious food.

ʺFun!ʺ Joel, age 10 ʺExciting!ʺ Emma, age 14 ʺChef Johnny is an amazing teacher.ʺ Emma, age 14 ʺHe taught me how to cut vegetables the fancy way.ʺ Chef Johnny always has a smile on his face. Everything he makes is delicious. I always try something new when Chef Johnny makes it. Chef Johnny used to teach cooking classes to military kids at the USO where we lived in Virginia. There were often 15‐20 kids in those classes (with knives!), and Johnny never lost his cool. He kept all those kids on track, helped each one feel like an integral part of the process, taught them valuable skills, and turned‐out amazing meals all at the same time! Johnnyʹs food is amazing. More importantly, he radiates Christ. Mr. Johnny is one of the smiley‐est people Iʹve ever met. And his foodʹs really good too. ʺI had so much fun learning to cook with Chef Johnny.ʺ Ellie, age 8 Johnny and Mardela are kind, compassionate, real, and gracious.

I worked with Johnny at the Commissary in Germany. I believe he had to have 3 jobs at that time, very dedicated and always working very hard. Whenever we had time to chat his eyes would light up while he was telling us about his passion for cooking and his dream of one day to own his food catering company. When we had going away cookouts for a coworker Johnny would bring his delicious meals and sometimes new samples for us to try it and everybody loved it.

Chef Johnny Scott is an incredible chef with unmatched skills, but his heart and commitment to service are even greater than his culinary prowess. Heʹs a necessary talent in our industry and a powerful force in our community!

I had the pleasure of volunteering with Johnny Scott at the USO at Fort Belvoir. I was photographing him as he taught a cooking class to service members and their families. The kindness and patience he showed to these families was remarkable. So many of them came month after month to learn from him. They, like myself were broken hearted when Johnny moved and the program ended.

I have had the privilege of both serving alongside Johnny, and being on the receiving end of his catering services! And, let me tell you, not only is the experience fun and the food amazing, but you leave feeling better about yourself because of Johnny! Somehow he makes salad addictive enough to go back for seconds! However, my favorite part of his food is that Johnny blends perfectly the flavors of his meals; making them fun, unique, and comforting all at the same time!

I have had the privilege of both serving alongside Johnny, and being on the receiving end of his catering services! And, let me tell you, not only is the experience fun and the food amazing, but you leave feeling better about yourself because of Johnny! Somehow he makes salad addictive enough to go back for seconds! However, my favorite part of his food is that Johnny blends perfectly the flavors of his meals; making them fun, unique, and comforting all at the same time!