Chung Jae Lee
Unley,SA
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
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef / Joint Owner
Seoul Sisters
09.2019 - Current
- Developed Menu and Preparation
- Hosting intimated dinners of up to 50
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
Executive Chef / Joint Owner
Little Miss Korea & The Loading Bay
06.2015 - 12.2023
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies.
- Managed kitchen staff for efficient food production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes.
- Created visually appealing plate presentations, enhancing the overall dining experience for patrons.
Executive Chef
Elan Hotel
04.2014 - 12.2014
- Employed and Managed staff for Hotel Restaurant, Room Service and Function Rooms
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless dining experiences for guests.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
Head Chef / Joint Owner
Mapo Restaurant
05.2001 - 05.2013
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
Inha University
Seoul, South Korea06.1983
Skills
- Experienced professional in set ups including Seoul Sisters Cafe / Little Miss Korea Restaurant / Seoul Food Restaurant and Function Rooms in Elan Hotel / Mapo Restaurant
- Sound knowledge of food safety, menu planning, cost control, menu development
- Food Stylist
- Professional Demonstrator
- Menu Development
Accomplishments
Professional Attributes:
- Ambassador for A Taste of Harmony
- Competed in the Best Chef Competition, Sydney 2022 top 32 Chefs.
- Presented at the Good Food and Wine Show, Sydney 2022
- Ambassador for Tourism NT / Tourism Australia
- Featured on Everyday Gourmet with Justine Scholfield
- Featured on SBS Food Safari with Maeve O'Meara
- Top 10 New openings for Australia for Little Miss Korea - Qantas and Financial Review 2015
- Released "A Twist on the Traditional" Korean Cookbook with New Holland
- Best Chef SA 2013
Timeline
Executive Chef / Joint Owner
Seoul Sisters
09.2019 - Current
Executive Chef / Joint Owner
Little Miss Korea & The Loading Bay
06.2015 - 12.2023
Executive Chef
Elan Hotel
04.2014 - 12.2014
Head Chef / Joint Owner
Mapo Restaurant
05.2001 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
Inha University
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