Kaiden Chung
Summary
High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sushi Chef
Shigezo Izakaya
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Contributed to a safe, clean work environment by adhering to strict food safety guidelines and maintaining a spotless workspace at all times.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues through clear communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Maximized guest satisfaction with timely order completion during peak hours without compromising quality or presentation.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by crafting visually appealing and delicious sushi rolls with precision and attention to detail.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste while ensuring the consistent availability of necessary ingredients for daily operations.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Supported front-of-house staff during busy periods by efficiently executing orders according to guest specifications.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Sushi Chef
Bamboo Sushi
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues through clear communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.
- Maximized guest satisfaction with timely order completion during peak hours without compromising quality or presentation.
- Pleasantly welcomed patrons entering sushi bar, offering to explain menu options.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by crafting visually appealing and delicious sushi rolls with precision and attention to detail.
- Encouraged positive work culture by fostering a supportive environment where employees felt empowered to learn and grow in their roles.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with efficient mise en place, reducing meal preparation times.
- Enhanced dining experience by meticulously preparing traditional and innovative sushi dishes.
Kitchen Team Member
Panda Express
01.2019 - 04.2020
- Collaborated with team members to expedite orders during peak hours, minimizing wait times for customers.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry trends and best practices for food preparation.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Consistently met performance goals regarding speed of service, order accuracy, food quality, and cleanliness standards set forth by management.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodside High School
Newport News Virginia 05-2017
Skills
- Knife skills
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Sushi rice preparation
- Guest interaction
- Portion and cost control
Timeline
Sushi Chef
Shigezo Izakaya
09.2023 - 12.2024
Sushi Chef
Bamboo Sushi
09.2020 - 03.2022
Kitchen Team Member
Panda Express
01.2019 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Woodside High School
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