Yat Hung (Stephen) Chan
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
I have been working in the Cantonese DimSum restaurant industry for 20 years since I graduated from high school. This areas of expertise include Cantonese dim sum and Shanghai dim sum. I have strong quality requirements for the production of dim sum and also good at managing teams. The scope of work also includes ordering ingredients and equipment, communicating effectively with field staff and management, supervising the production of dim sum, arranging the number of workers and providing training for new employees.
I arrived Brisbane in 2015, in the past 10 years of working in Australia, I have made higher improvements in the field of Cantonese pastry, accumulated a lot of effective management experience, and gained a new understanding of improving food quality and saving costs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
RuYi Dim Sum
09.2022 - Current
- Prepared a variety of Cantonese and Shanghai dim sum, maintaining exceptional culinary standards.
- Directed team management and conducted training sessions for new hires.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Ensured timely delivery of all orders during busy services by implementing efficient workstations and streamlined plating processes.
Chef
Long Time Dining
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Crafted a variety of traditional Cantonese and Shanghai dim sum dishes.
- Oversaw purchasing, storage, and use of kitchen supplies.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines.
- Developed new recipes based on seasonal ingredients and current trends, keeping the menu fresh and exciting.
- Provided hands-on training to new hires, sharing technical skills and industry knowledge.
Chef
Haoke Chinese Seafood Restaurant
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Make Cantonese dim sum and Shanghai dim sum
- Developed new menu items, incorporating seasonal ingredients and traditional techniques for fresh, flavorful dim sum options.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to strict sanitation guidelines within the kitchen space.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
Chef
Golden Lanes
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Making authentic dim sum dishes.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow, resulting in a reduction of preparation time and increased productivity.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment.
Dim Sum Chef
King of King Seafood
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating and presenting visually appealing dim sum dishes with meticulous attention to detail.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment.
Dim Sum Chef
Yum Cha Cuisine
01.2016 - 03.2017
- Crafted a variety of traditional and innovative dim sum dishes, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation.
- Trained new staff in traditional dim sum preparation techniques.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to ensure consistent availability of ingredients.
Chef
Taste Gallery
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Crafted a variety of dim sum dishes with precision and creativity.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
Dim Sum Chef
M &C Duck
10.2013 - 04.2015
- Conducted regular training sessions for staff members on proper food handling, safety, and sanitation practices.
- Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring consistent quality and presentation of dim sum offerings.
- Managed inventory for kitchen supplies.
- Prepared authentic Cantonese dim sum.
Dim Sum Head Chef
Star Seafood Restaurant
02.2011 - 09.2013
- Enhanced dining experience by creating innovative and authentic dim sum dishes.
- Conducted regular training sessions for staff members on proper food handling, safety, and sanitation practices.
- Developed new menu items, incorporating seasonal ingredients and traditional techniques for fresh, flavorful dim sum options.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to strict sanitation guidelines within the kitchen space.
Dim Sum Head Chef
New Shanghai Spot
02.2009 - 01.2011
- Elevated dining experience with expertly executed food pairings that complemented each individual dish''s flavor profile.
- Conducted regular training sessions for staff members on proper food handling, safety, and sanitation practices.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to strict sanitation guidelines within the kitchen space.
Dim Sum Chef
Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao
03.2007 - 01.2009
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow, resulting in a reduction of preparation time and increased productivity.
- Crafted traditional Cantonese and Shanghai-style dim sum.
Chef Apprentice
Shanghai Xiao Nan Guo Hong Kong
01.2005 - 02.2007
- Learned the techniques of crafting traditional Cantonese dim sum.
- Acquired skills in kitchen management.
- Maintained high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to ensure high-quality dim sum preparation.
- Controlled cost calculations to maintain financial efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fanling Government Secondary School
HongKong01-2005
Skills
- 20 years experience in making traditional Dim Sum and authentic Shanghai Dim Sum
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Work under pressure
- Team management
- Food presentation
- Menu development
- Recipe creation
- Team Training
- cost control
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Chef
RuYi Dim Sum
09.2022 - Current
Chef
Long Time Dining
01.2021 - 08.2022
Chef
Haoke Chinese Seafood Restaurant
01.2020 - 12.2020
Chef
Golden Lanes
01.2019 - 10.2019
Dim Sum Chef
King of King Seafood
06.2017 - 01.2019
Dim Sum Chef
Yum Cha Cuisine
01.2016 - 03.2017
Chef
Taste Gallery
07.2015 - 12.2015
Dim Sum Chef
M &C Duck
10.2013 - 04.2015
Dim Sum Head Chef
Star Seafood Restaurant
02.2011 - 09.2013
Dim Sum Head Chef
New Shanghai Spot
02.2009 - 01.2011
Dim Sum Chef
Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao
03.2007 - 01.2009
Chef Apprentice
Shanghai Xiao Nan Guo Hong Kong
01.2005 - 02.2007
High School Diploma -
Fanling Government Secondary School
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