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Sehwan Park

Austin's Ferry,TAS

Summary

Dynamic Head Chef with a proven track record at Mona, enhancing kitchen operations and team efficiency. Expert in menu development and waste reduction, achieving significant cost savings. Excelled in fostering teamwork and leadership, ensuring high-quality standards and fostering sustainable practices. Skilled in special event catering and building strong supplier relationships.


I am now looking for a career change that allows more friendly work and family balance. I have dedicated 20 odd years to the hospitality industry with a lot of dedication and time given to the requirement to the business.


This dedication passion will follow me to the next chapter in my life.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Chef

Mona
02.2018 - 02.2025


  • Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Fostered a positive working environment by promoting teamwork and open communication among all kitchen staff members.

Chef

Smolt Kitchen
11.2016 - 01.2018
  • Worked along side with Smolt and Frank and managed the mass production for their kitchen
  • help organise and run outside catering. Help run a store at the taste of Tasmania.

Chef

Chandler Macleod
08.2016 - 11.2016
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.

Chef Supervisor

Compass Group Australia
08.2013 - 08.2016
  • Streamlined food preparation processes for faster service times and better quality control.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by implementing effective inventory management systems and reducing food waste.
  • Fostered a positive work environment, promoting teamwork among kitchen staff members for improved productivity.
  • Oversaw catering events from planning to execution, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.

Education

Provide First Aid

St John Ambulance
01-2015

Apply Risk Management Procedures

Challenger Tafe
01-2013

Supervise Onsite Operations

Challenger Tafe
01-2013

Show Leadership in The Workplace

Challenger Tafe
01-2013

Certificate III - Hospitality

NMIT
Victoria
01-2002

Skills

  • Work as a team and autonomously
  • Able to work under pressure
  • Kitchen and team management
  • Menu development
  • Waste reduction
  • Food safety regulations
  • Kitchen operations
  • Special event catering
  • Leadership qualities
  • Workflow optimization
  • Allergy awareness
  • Sustainable practices
  • Staff training
  • Menu pricing
  • Building rapport with suppliers

Key strengths

• Adaptability
• Honesty
• Loyalty
• Dedication
• Reliability
• Commitment
• Proactive
• Engaging

Attached to this resume are written character references that further demonstrate these
strengths.

Timeline

Head Chef

Mona
02.2018 - 02.2025

Chef

Smolt Kitchen
11.2016 - 01.2018

Chef

Chandler Macleod
08.2016 - 11.2016

Chef Supervisor

Compass Group Australia
08.2013 - 08.2016

Provide First Aid

St John Ambulance

Apply Risk Management Procedures

Challenger Tafe

Supervise Onsite Operations

Challenger Tafe

Show Leadership in The Workplace

Challenger Tafe

Certificate III - Hospitality

NMIT

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