Open To Work
Ton Supwanakit
Kingston,ACT
Summary
Driven hospitality leader with proven success at Monster Kitchen and Bar, excelling in full hospitality management and team leadership. Skilled in menu design and marketing strategies, delivering a 20% increase in profitability. Adept at problem-solving and staff development, consistently enhancing customer service and operational efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Owner/General Manager
Clover Dining
Canberra
03.2025 - Current
- Co-owned Wafu Italian Dining, overseeing all operations and human resources.
Created and designed menu offerings to enhance customer experience.
Developed marketing strategies to promote business concept and attract clientele.
Implemented website design to showcase full bar menu and cocktails.
Planned and executed business concepts to drive growth and profitability.
Owner / General Manager
Rosemary by Eigthytwenty Cafe
Kingston, ACT
10.2023 - Current
- Co-owned café in Kingston, overseeing entire operations and ensuring seamless workflow.
Managed staff, focusing on training and performance enhancement.
Maintained strong relationships with suppliers to secure quality products.
Supervised barista team, promoting high standards of customer service.
General Manager
Parlour
New Acton, ACT
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Coordinated daily business operations, including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service, and sales for seamless functioning.
General Manager
High Jinks Bar
New Acton, ACT
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Directed daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and high-quality speak-easy bar service. Managed staff schedules to optimize labor efficiency and meet customer demand.
Head Bartender
Raku
Canberra, ACT
04.2022 - 10.2025
- Crafted signature cocktails using fresh ingredients and innovative techniques. Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest satisfaction and experience.
Food and Beverage Manager
Monster Kitchen and Bar Ovolo Nishi
New Acton, ACT
07.2019 - 09.2023
- Managed daily operations of food and beverage services, ensuring optimal efficiency.
Designed and costed menus to enhance offerings and profitability.
Hired and trained staff to deliver exceptional customer service.
Planned and executed marketing strategies to boost visibility.
Prepared reports and reconciled financials for accurate tracking.
Owner/Operator
Alcove Bar
Braddon, ACT
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Developed cocktail and canapé pairing concepts to enhance bar offerings.
Oversaw entire operations to ensure seamless execution and customer experience.
Head Chef
Zaab
Braddon, Australia
06.2016 - 07.2019
- Directed kitchen operations, including menu design and cost management.
Managed staff recruitment and training for Lao and Thai street food cuisine.
Oversaw daily kitchen activities to ensure quality and efficiency.
Developed innovative menu offerings to enhance customer experience.
Chef de Partie
Thai House Restaurant
Weston Creek, Australia
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Prepared diverse dishes featuring fresh local ingredients for daily menu.
Managed home delivery services to ensure timely and efficient meal distribution.
Owner/Operator
Green Chilli Passion
Glebe, Australia
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Operated Lao and Thai restaurant, managing both front-of-house and back-of-house activities.
Developed financial budgets and forecasts to guide operational decisions.
Led team recruitment and development to enhance customer service experience.
Established efficient inventory management practices to support cost control initiatives.
Cocktail Bartender
Green Pepper Corn
Sydney, Australia
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Prepared and served cocktails and beverages, ensured cleanliness, and managed stock ordering.
Kitchen Hand
Chilli Blossom
Caringbah, Australia
11.2013 - 01.2014
- Prepared fresh ingredients to ensure timely and high-quality meal service.
Kitchen Hand
About Life Super Market
Rozelle, Australia
01.2013 - 11.2013
- Prepared fresh ingredients for daily meal service and menu items.
Executed food preparation for centralized kitchen supplying supermarket and café.
Ensured consistent quality of ingredients for optimal meal presentation.
Duty Manager
Wishbone Burger
Darling Harbor, Australia
01.2013 - 07.2013
- Directed daily operations to maintain smooth, fast-paced service at burger joint in Darling Harbour Sydney food court.
Chef de Partie
Thai Break Restaurant
North Ryde, Australia
01.2012 - 02.2013
- Prepared authentic Thai dishes using fresh ingredients and traditional techniques. Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations during service hours.
Education
High school -
Panyathip International School
LAO PDRBachelor Degree - Bachelor of IT
Academy of Information Technology
Sydney, NSWSkills
- Full hospitality management
- Culinary skills
- Menu design for food and beverage
- Food safety compliance
- Bar and barista expertise
- Cost management and budgeting
- Customer service excellence
- Visual content creation
- Staff training and development
- Decision making
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Marketing strategies
- Menu design
- Cost management
- Digital marketing strategies
- Cleanliness oversight
Hobbies and Interests
- Sports (Basketball, Soccer, Badminton)
- Gym and Exercise
- Car enthusiast
- Gaming
- Sneaker Head
Languages
English
Professional
Lao
Native/ Bilingual
Thai
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited
Certification
RSA & RCG Competency
Websites
- https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/9018389/canberras-start-up-scene-what-makes-a-business-successful-here/
- https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/8940297/enjoy-wafu-italian-at-canberras-new-restaurant-clover-dining/
- https://hercanberra.com.au/visit/clover-hitting-all-the-high-notes-in-wafu-italian-dining/
- https://region.com.au/rosemary-by-eighty-twenty-in-kingston-open-for-dinner-three-days-a-week/760841/
- https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/6281257/a-fine-place-for-authentic-lao-cuisine/
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeSalary Range
$90000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
General Manager
Parlour
06.2025 - 01.2026
General Manager
High Jinks Bar
06.2025 - 01.2026
Owner/General Manager
Clover Dining
03.2025 - Current
Owner / General Manager
Rosemary by Eigthytwenty Cafe
10.2023 - Current
Head Bartender
Raku
04.2022 - 10.2025
Owner/Operator
Alcove Bar
11.2021 - 11.2022
Food and Beverage Manager
Monster Kitchen and Bar Ovolo Nishi
07.2019 - 09.2023
Chef de Partie
Thai House Restaurant
01.2018 - 01.2019
Head Chef
Zaab
06.2016 - 07.2019
Owner/Operator
Green Chilli Passion
01.2015 - 05.2016
Cocktail Bartender
Green Pepper Corn
01.2014 - 01.2015
Kitchen Hand
Chilli Blossom
11.2013 - 01.2014
Kitchen Hand
About Life Super Market
01.2013 - 11.2013
Duty Manager
Wishbone Burger
01.2013 - 07.2013
Chef de Partie
Thai Break Restaurant
01.2012 - 02.2013
High school -
Panyathip International School
Bachelor Degree - Bachelor of IT
Academy of Information Technology