CHEAH BEE LUAN JC
Sydney,Australia
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Outlet/ Area In-charge
OMI Australia
09.2024 - Current
- Lead day-to-day outlet operations with a strong focus on food quality, speed of service and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented new SOPs covering food preparation, hygiene, service flow, stock handling, and staff responsibilities to ensure consistency across shifts.
- Handle stock ordering, inventory, and cost control
- Recruit, onboard, train, roster, and performance-manage kitchen staff
- Introduced creative menu ideas, and promotions to boost customer engagement and increase food traffic.
- Analyzed sales trends and customer feedback to improve service flow, reduce wait times, and optimise labour during peak hours.
- Managed staff onboarding, recruiting, training, performance checks, and daily shift allocation.
- Oversaw procurement, supplier communication, stock rotation, and cost control to minimize wastage.
- Ensured full compliance with NSW FoodSafety and WHS requirements.
Freelance Private Chef
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Delivered bespoke private dining experiences for family functions
- Designed multi-course menus across Asian fusion, modern Australian, Japanese, and Western cuisines, tailored to client preferences and dietary needs.
- Executed full end-to-end service including menu planning, ingredient sourcing, preparation, cooking, plating, hosting support, and packdown.
- Managed premium ingredient sourcing, including fresh seafood, seasonal produce, and specialty items from suppliers and local markets.
- Worked closely with clients to create themed dining experiences, such as omakase-style dinners, celebratory menus, and tasting-menu concepts.
- Handled budgeting, procurement, scheduling, and client communication independently, demonstrating strong organisation and professionalism.
Executive Chef - Food Production
Beach House Pictures
Singapore, Singapore
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Led all culinary operations supporting MasterChef Season 4 production
- Managed a production kitchen team responsible for daily mise en place and filming requirements
- Handled ingredient ordering, stock control, and logistics for shoot days
- Oversaw food presentation and styling for broadcast and promotional shoots
- Coordinated closely with producers, food directors, and camera crews
- Conducted recipe testing, adjusted flavour profiles, and provided culinary guidance for challenges and hero dishes featured on the show.
- Ensured efficient operations under tight timelines while maintaining hygiene standards
- MasterChef Season 4 production
Associate Production Manager
Foodgnostic
Singapore, Singapore
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed daily and weekly large-scale production across confectionery, bakery, and pastry lines, supplying to world-renowned international F&B brands and major retail chains.
- Planned production schedules based on forecasts, capacity, and order volumes
- Collaborated with R&D on new product development and recipe optimization
- Controlled labour planning, workflow balancing, and waste reduction
- Ensured full compliance with ISO and HACCP standards
Sous Chef (Kitchen - in - charge)
Prive Lifestyle
Singapore, Singapore
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Led full kitchen operations for a high-end Western cuisine concept
- Maintained high plating, presentation, and consistency standards
- Managed stock ordering, supplier coordination, and inventory rotation.
- Ensured strict food safety, hygiene, and sanitation compliance
- Maintained high consistency in flavour, texture, and portioning, ensuring guest satisfaction and brand integrity.
- Supported ongoing menu refinement, workflow optimisation, and kitchen efficiency improvements to reduce waste and enhance service speed.
Assistant Executive Chef -> Acting Executive Chef
Beach House Pictures
Singapore, Singapore
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Promoted to Acting Executive Chef within two weeks
- Led production kitchen supporting MasterChef Season 2
- Managed technical recipe refinement, taste calibration, and consistency checks for dishes used in culinary challenges and hero segments.
- Oversaw food styling and plating for commercial shots, close-up visuals, sponsored content, and on-screen hero dishes.
- Coordinated with production and culinary teams under tight schedules
- Master Chef Season 2 production
Head Chef
Xenze Pty Ltd
Victoria, Australia
05.2018 - 10.2019
- Led menu innovation and kitchen operations
- Optimized central kitchen operations, improving efficiency and reducing waste while maintaining high culinary standards.
- Successfully launched multiple new outlets, designing kitchen layouts and workflows that maximized productivity and staff performance.
- Strategically managed procurement and supplier relationships, achieving cost savings while ensuring consistent quality of ingredients.
Executive Chef
GD Group
Singapore, Singapore
04.2010 - 09.2017
- Directed menu creation and developed comprehensive kitchen SOPs, enhancing food quality and consistency across multiple outlets.
- Managed central kitchen operations and monthly budgets, achieving cost efficiencies without compromising culinary standards.
- Led staff development and training programs, building a skilled and motivated team that improved productivity and reduced turnover.
- Implemented operational improvements that streamlined workflows and strengthened overall customer satisfaction.
Senior Kitchen Staff
Fish & Co.
Singapore, Singapore
05.2007 - 09.2009
- Trained and mentored new kitchen staff, fostering a skilled and efficient team.
- Maintained strict HACCP hygiene and food safety standards across all operations.
- Managed stock ordering, daily kitchen operations, and preparation, ensuring smooth service flow.
Junior Cook
Food Loaf
Penang
05.2004 - 06.2007
- Prepared sauces, soups, marinades, and general mise en place with consistency and attention to quality.
- Supported senior chefs in day-to-day kitchen operations, contributing to efficient and organized service.
- Assisted in maintaining hygiene and organization standards in the kitchen.
Timeline
Outlet/ Area In-charge
OMI Australia
09.2024 - Current
Freelance Private Chef
04.2023 - 08.2024
Executive Chef - Food Production
Beach House Pictures
02.2023 - 04.2023
Associate Production Manager
Foodgnostic
01.2022 - 11.2022
Sous Chef (Kitchen - in - charge)
Prive Lifestyle
04.2021 - 12.2021
Assistant Executive Chef -> Acting Executive Chef
Beach House Pictures
11.2020 - 12.2020
Head Chef
Xenze Pty Ltd
05.2018 - 10.2019
Executive Chef
GD Group
04.2010 - 09.2017
Senior Kitchen Staff
Fish & Co.
05.2007 - 09.2009
Junior Cook
Food Loaf
05.2004 - 06.2007