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Myeongjin (Ed) Kim

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Versatile line chef with a strong focus on executing high-quality dishes in fast-paced environments. Recognized for exceptional culinary techniques and efficient kitchen operations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Line Chef

Civeo
Blackwater, QLD
05.2025 - 11.2025
  • Full-time chef in a 200–500 person mining camp, with experience across breakfast, dinner, and crib service.
  • Covered all kitchen sections including wet dishes, salads, and pastry, demonstrating strong versatility and adaptability.

Chef

Quay
Sydney, NSW
05.2024 - 10.2024
  • Responsible for preparing appetizers, salads, and various finger foods in the cold section.
  • Executed refined dishes using a wide range of culinary techniques suitable for fine-dining starters.
  • Developed a strong understanding of fine-dining kitchen systems, including structured workflows and consistency.
  • Learned and applied efficient kitchen operations, focusing on organization, timing, and service efficiency.

staff sergeant

Korean army
Suwon, South Korea
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Served as a squad leader in the South Korean Special Forces, developing strong physical endurance, mental resilience, and leadership skills.
  • Gained hands-on experience in leading teams and working collaboratively under high-pressure conditions.

Chef de Partie

Sam kim austria
Seoul , South Korea
06.2019 - 01.2021
  • Chef de Partie in the wood-fired pizza section, specializing in authentic Italian pizzas and section leadership.
  • Trained junior chefs and contributed to seasonal menu development using fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Junior Chef

Sheraton grand Incheon Hotel
Incheon, South Korea
01.2018 - 04.2019
  • Hot section chef at a five-star hotel, with experience in both banquet and room service kitchens.
  • Specialized in traditional French cuisine for room service and high-volume buffet and course service for large-scale banquets.
  • Developed strong bulk cooking skills serving up to 6,000–7,000 guests weekly, along with inventory and kitchen equipment management experience.

Chef

4's
Seoul, South Korea
02.2015 - 12.2018
  • Executed preparation of appetizers, sashimi, sushi, and main dishes for Janpanese fine-dining omakase service.
  • Refined knife skills to uphold high professional standards.
  • Collaborated with culinary team to ensure seamless service in cold section.
  • Maintained organization and cleanliness of workstations in fast-paced environment.

Education

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management -

Nomi College
Sydney
07-2025

Skills

  • Kitchen management
  • Culinary techniques
  • Team leadership
  • Menu development
  • Food safety regulations
  • Inventory control

Certification

Whtie card

Timeline

Line Chef

Civeo
05.2025 - 11.2025

Chef

Quay
05.2024 - 10.2024

staff sergeant

Korean army
01.2021 - 01.2024

Chef de Partie

Sam kim austria
06.2019 - 01.2021

Junior Chef

Sheraton grand Incheon Hotel
01.2018 - 04.2019

Chef

4's
02.2015 - 12.2018

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management -

Nomi College
Myeongjin (Ed) Kim