Sous Chef Food Paradise Taichung Store
11th Floor, Top City, No. 251, Section 3, Taiwan Avenue, Xitun District, Taichung City 407
06.2017 - 12.2020
Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
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