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Benjamin Tan

Benjamin Tan

Summary

Ambitious and dedicated Junior Sous Chef offering Number years' experience in Type restaurants. Knowledgeable about sanitation and food safety, customer relations and storage procedures. Clear communicator and decisive manager with expertise in all areas of the kitchen. Seasoned Sous Chef specializing in Type cuisine. Successful Number year record in high-volume kitchens. Career achievements working with head chefs and kitchen staff to meet high standards for taste, presentation and service. Junior Sous Chef adept at developing seasonal and event menus, with targeted expertise in sourcing local and sustainable ingredients. Strong passion for creating innovative recipe selections and cultivating memorable dining experiences. Well-versed in increasing employee productivity with motivating approach. Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows. Gifted Sous Chef with undeniable talents in developing menus to draw in clientele. Passionate individual creating healthy dishes made with locally grown ingredients. Ready for new challenge creating tasty meals for successful establishment. Enthusiastic Job Title eager to develop high-quality menus for new and established restaurants. Reliable, hardworking and driven to give guests top-quality foods. Dependable Junior Sous Chef committed to assisting with all food preparation duties, including managing staff schedules and overseeing inventory as assigned for past Number years in industry. Additional expertise includes staff supervision, product handling and proficiency in managing orders. Adaptable and enterprising Job Title with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Sous Chef

Milano Ventures Pte Ltd
02.2021 - 11.2022
  • Assisted sous chef with weekly schedule drafts for Number kitchen staff.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
  • Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
  • Monitored recipe portioning to control food costs.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations and review safety procedures.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Ordered new ingredients and supplies to meet expected needs.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
  • Led team by example in preparing items accurately and according to high-quality standards.
  • Successfully completed kitchen product inventory as assigned.
  • 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.
  • Ordered food items for upcoming events per sous chef request.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.

Junior Sous Chef

Tipsy Collective Pte Ltd
02.2020 - 01.2021
  • Assisted sous chef with weekly schedule drafts for Number kitchen staff.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
  • Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
  • Monitored recipe portioning to control food costs.
  • 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.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Successfully completed kitchen product inventory as assigned.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
  • Delivered verbal culinary instruction and assignments to Number kitchen staff members daily to promote successful dining experiences for clients.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Ordered new ingredients and supplies to meet expected needs.
  • Led team by example in preparing items accurately and according to high-quality standards.
  • Ordered food items for upcoming events per sous chef request.
  • Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Developed unique menu items and plating presentations.
  • Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations and review safety procedures.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.

Education

Diploma - Hospitality And Tourism Management

Temasek Polytechnic
Tampines
04.2004

O Levels - Secondary

Yuying Secondary School
Hougang
10.2001

Skills

  • Dish Preparation
  • Menu Planning
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Disciplinary Action
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Vendor Relations
  • Order Delivery Practices
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • High-Quality Ingredients
  • Kitchen Preparation
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Inventory Management
  • Garnishing and Plating
  • Collaborative Relationships
  • Chef Assistance
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Food Preparation Supervision
  • Staff Training
  • Ordering and Requisitions
  • Safety Management
  • Chef Consultations
  • Performance Improvement
  • Team Leadership
  • Motivational Team Management
  • Staff Motivation
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Commanding Leadership Style
  • Equipment Purchasing
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Operations Support
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Safe Handling
  • Special Requests
  • Line Inspection
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Employee Performance Oversight
  • Kitchen Management
  • Culinary Trends Monitoring
  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Restaurant Operation
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Consistent Supervision
  • Inventory Records
  • Procedure Preparation
  • Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
  • Corrective Actions
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Cooking Technique Demonstrations
  • Dietary Requirements
  • Cook Consistent Dishes
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Estimate Food Needs
  • Check Disbursement
  • Kitchen Staff Management
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Industry Trends
  • Production Preparation
  • Learning Techniques
  • Strategic Sales
  • Temperature Monitoring
  • Work Assignments
  • Brand Loyalty
  • Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
  • Verify Food Quality
  • Control Labor Costs
  • Safety and Sanitation Standards
  • Servsafe Certified
  • Preparing Arrangements
  • Consistent Presentations
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Staff Performance Assessments
  • Portion Standards
  • Hiring, Training and Development
  • BOH Operations
  • Staff Recruiting and Hiring
  • Basic Math
  • Vendor Contracts
  • Professional Relationships
  • Staff Supervision and Coordination
  • Hospitality Management
  • Food Stock and Supply Management
  • Active Listening
  • Farm-to-Table
  • Catering
  • Senior Leadership Support
  • Microsoft Word
  • Report Creation
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Business Development Understanding
  • Freight Operations
  • Credit Card Payment Processing
  • Customer Relations
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Report Preparation
  • Sales Expertise
  • Shipping Procedures Understanding
  • Store Maintenance
  • Typing Proficiency
  • Administrative Support
  • Shipping and Receiving Understanding
  • Customer Service
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Data Evaluation
  • Product Promotion
  • Computer Proficiency
  • POS Systems Expertise
  • Document Control
  • Warehousing Functions
  • Transportation Solution Development
  • Stock Management
  • Call Center Operations
  • Delivery Scheduling
  • Order Processing
  • Customer Account Management
  • Grammar
  • Filing
  • Prioritization
  • Spreadsheets
  • Calendaring

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Mandarin
Intermediate (B1)
Malay
Intermediate (B1)

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of Number staff members.
  • Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
  • Achieved Result by introducing Software for Type tasks.
  • Collaborated with team of Number in the development of Project name.
  • Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Created complete type restaurant menu alongside executive chef.
  • Reduced costs Number% by sourcing local ingredients and negotiating favorable contracts.
  • Promoted to sous chef in only Number months.
  • Developed tasting menus for new type business.
  • Increased productivity by revamping workflow and restructuring line.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and to complete satisfaction.
  • Won "Name" award for excellence of menu, ingredients and quality.
  • Managed Number kitchen staff in restaurant with Number-seat capacity.

Work Availability

monday
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morning
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evening
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Quote

My life is my message.
Mohandas Gandhi

Timeline

Junior Sous Chef

Milano Ventures Pte Ltd
02.2021 - 11.2022

Junior Sous Chef

Tipsy Collective Pte Ltd
02.2020 - 01.2021

Diploma - Hospitality And Tourism Management

Temasek Polytechnic

O Levels - Secondary

Yuying Secondary School
Benjamin Tan