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Kyoungmin Lee

New York

Summary

Energetic and meticulous with passion for culinary excellence and collaborative spirit, bringing solid foundation in kitchen operations and food preparation techniques. Possesses knowledge of kitchen safety, ingredient sourcing, and menu planning, with proficiency in knife skills and cooking methods. Committed to delivering high-quality dishes and contributing positively to team's success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Junior Sous Chef

Frevo
05.2023 - 12.2024
  • Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
  • Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations by implementing efficient food preparation techniques and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.

Extern

Jungsik
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Urbana 47
09.2014 - 01.2015
  • Consulted as an assistant/advisor in order to improve the sales and service of the restaurants.
  • Developed ideas to incorporate smaller plates to diversify menu items and provide guests with a more unique experience.
  • Attended meetings with restaurant consultants in order to keep up with innovations and plans for the future.
  • Developed a recipe for the burger that is still in use today.

FOH Intern

Marseille
07.2013 - 10.2013
  • Took on multiple roles ranging from busboy, waiter, and host in order to fully perceive the daily struggles of the front of house staff.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Oversaw the process of an NYC health inspection and follow necessary guidelines in order to pass with the highest grade.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.

Waiter

Nagashima
10.2009 - 02.2010
  • Served guests with integrity and took responsibility for prep for products such as salads, tofu, stock.
  • Maintained a clean and organized dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for guests.
  • Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.

Education

Bachelors - Culinary Arts Business Management

The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY
09.2022

Bachelors - Hotel and Tourism Management

New York University
New York, NY
05.2017

Skills

  • Food Safety certified
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Inventory processes
  • Allergen awareness
  • Work under pressure
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Frying techniques
  • Kitchen management
  • Equipment usage

Certification

- Servsafe Certified, 2021

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Korean
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Junior Sous Chef

Frevo
05.2023 - 12.2024

Extern

Jungsik
09.2021 - 12.2021

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Urbana 47
09.2014 - 01.2015

FOH Intern

Marseille
07.2013 - 10.2013

Waiter

Nagashima
10.2009 - 02.2010

Bachelors - Hotel and Tourism Management

New York University

Bachelors - Culinary Arts Business Management

The Culinary Institute of America
Kyoungmin Lee