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Jounghee Yoon

Chef
Seoul

Summary

"Professional Chef & Culinary Operations Expert with 5 Years of Diplomatic Service"
An accomplished culinary professional with 5 years of experience as an Embassy Chef in Singapore and Tanzania, specializing in high-level diplomatic banquet planning and the promotion of Korean cuisine. I have a proven track record of delivering premium service and operational efficiency through meticulous menu design for VIPs, strategic procurement, and budget management. Combined with my background as a Line Cook in a fast-paced K-Italian restaurant, I possess exceptional situational adaptability and team collaboration skills, ensuring consistent excellence in any demanding kitchen environment.

Work History

Chef

Korean Embassy in Singapore
Singapore
02.2024 - 02.2026
  • Cooking for Official Events: Preparing course meals for luncheons, dinners, receptions, and public diplomacy events (e.g., Korean food promotion) hosted at the residence.
  • Menu Planning: Designing menus tailored to the nationality and preferences of guests, while creating table settings that showcase the taste and aesthetics of Korean cuisine.
  • Procurement and Inventory: Sourcing fresh ingredients from local Singaporean markets and distributors and managing food stock.

Line Cook

Bien Associates
Seoul, Seoul
11.2022 - 11.2023
  • Fusion Station Operation: Executing dishes that apply Korean touches to Italian cooking methods.
  • Specialized Mise en Place: Preparation includes handling Korean ingredients alongside Western ones, such as managing pickled vegetables (jangajji), and making homemade fusion pesto.
  • Ingredient Quality Control: Daily monitoring of fermented foods (pastes) and delicate seasonal greens.

Chef

Korean Embassy in Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam
12.2018 - 01.2022
  • Cooking for Official Events: Taking full charge of Korean-centered course meals for diplomatic events such as official luncheons, dinners, and National Day celebrations at the residence.
  • Menu Planning and Localization: Designing menus that consider the diplomatic corps and local government officials, including fusion Korean dishes using local ingredients when necessary.
  • Procurement and Inventory Management: Managing the regular ordering of Korean food supplies and ensuring strict hygiene for local fresh produce, given the potential difficulty of sourcing specific Korean ingredients.
  • Meal Preparation for the Head of Mission: Preparing daily meals for the Head of Mission and their family while taking extra care to prevent food safety issues caused by the tropical climate.

Skills

Culinary & Menu Development Skills

Fusion & Hybrid Cuisine Mastery: Exceptional ability to integrate traditional Italian techniques with Korean ingredients

Fine Dining & Course Planning: Expertise in designing high-end Korean course menus for official diplomatic functions, tailored to the specific tastes and dietary requirements of VIP guests

3 Diplomatic & Cultural Competency

Timeline

Chef

Korean Embassy in Singapore
02.2024 - 02.2026

Line Cook

Bien Associates
11.2022 - 11.2023

Chef

Korean Embassy in Tanzania
12.2018 - 01.2022

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