Jo Wonjae
Chef
SEOUL
Summary
Exceptional Head Chef with superb understanding of recipes and food cooking methods. Specialties include determining proper portions, menu planning and managing food inventory. Passionate about food and hospitality. Skillfully manage kitchen and food preparation areas.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Girona
Suwon
04.2020 - 08.2023
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Sous Chef
Sobremesa
Seoul
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
Kitchen Staff Member
Joie De Vivre
Seoul
03.2017 - 04.2019
- Maintained records of purchases using approved invoice tracking tools and conducted regular inventory counts of food, tools and supplies.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
Education
No Degree - Chef Training
04.2001 -
Skills
Performance assessments
Process improvements
[Specialty] cuisine
Vendor relations
Problem-solving
Grilling
Food plating and presentation
Timeline
Head Chef - Girona
04.2020 - 08.2023
Sous Chef - Sobremesa
03.2018 - 02.2020
Kitchen Staff Member - Joie De Vivre
03.2017 - 04.2019
Seoul Hyendai Vocational School - No Degree, Chef Training
04.2001 -