Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
References
Certification
Timeline
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Cherlyn Chua

Summary

Passionate F&B personnel, experienced in both FOH and BOH management and bar. Willing to learn and explore new and different skills to adapt to new trends and cultures. Am friendly and outgoing but will be serious regarding work and other situations.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Estuary/Dan's Steaks

Assistant Manager
04.2023 - Current

Job overview

- Quickly learnt the ropes of running the place, making sure to keep up with the pace

- Used knowledge that I've acquired over the years to suggest improvements on menu planning and backend cataloging

- Assisted in making sure outlet(s) were kept clean and tidy, maintaining a good look for customers

- Revamped layout of bar and storage space to make sure it was easy for everyone to work

- Made sure to learn menu items properly so as to suggest best possible recommendations to customers, especially if there are dietary restrictions

- Maintained good levels of customer service and made them feel welcomed

- Had good relations with co-workers, allowing ease of learning from one another and helping each other out during crunch times

- Helped to solve technical issues regarding POS system and reservation platforms

- Learnt the basics and took over planning of events, replying to customers' queries through messages and emails

Garibaldi Pte Ltd

Assistant Outlet Chef
05.2022 - 04.2023

Job overview

- Was brought in as CDP but was quickly promoted and given responsibilities to help and handle operational duties

- Job scope included stock ordering, scheduling and teaching new staff

- Kept cost to ~30% and lower

- Maintained quality of food being served

- Checking stock levels to make sure everything is on par

- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment

- Liaised with chefs at main Garibaldi kitchen to ensure freshness of stocks

- Learnt from Boss Roberto on proper ways of preparing authentic Italian pastas and sauces

Tipsy Collective

CDP/OIC
12.2020 - 04.2022

Job overview

- Was in charge of an outlet kitchen

- Handled day to day operations and maintaining quality

- Trying out new food ideas and cooking methods

- Liaising with suppliers regarding ordering and inventory of stock

- Making sure overall cost is healthy

- Ensuring welfare of staff to best of abilities

Starker Bistro

Permanent Part Time FOH
10.2019 - 02.2020

Job overview

  • - Was a part timer but was negotiating terms of employment as a fulltime management when Covid-19 happened
  • - Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of the outlet
  • - Created and maintained good relationships with colleagues and customers

Laaf Cuisines

Assistant Operations Manager
09.2014 - 10.2019

Job overview

- Helped to start up company/outlet

- Kept good relations with customers and built up a base

- Helped to create menus & recipes for bar and kitchen

- Ensured quality of items served

- Learnt ins & outs of setting up small business and marketing

- Learnt how to set up POS system and maintenance of backend database

- Picked up kitchen(hot and cold side) and barista skills

- Built up contacts with suppliers and maintained friendly relations

- Made sure overall environment was welcoming to both staff and customers

Creative Eateries

FOH Supervisor
12.2012 - 08.2014

Job overview

- Started as part timer at Fremantle @ Clarke Quay before moving on to full timer at Barossa @ Holland Village and Esplanade

- Promoted to Supervisor and transferred to Japanese division where i helped to run operations at various outlets

- Assisted Area Operations Manager in setting up SOPs for various matters, including bar, housekeeping across all outlets

- Learnt about spreadsheets to track sales, inventory and daily reports

Education

Serangoon Junior College
Singapore

'A' Levels
11.2011

University Overview

Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Secondary)
Singapore

'O' Levels
10.2009

University Overview

Paya Lebar Girls' School (Primary)
Singapore

PSLE
11.2005

University Overview

Skills

- Analytical thinking

- Critical thinking and problem solving

- Fast Learner

- Leadership

- Organization skills

- Good customer service

- Open-minded

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

References

References

References available upon request

Certification

Food Hygiene Cert (till 2029)

Timeline

Assistant Manager
Estuary/Dan's Steaks
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Outlet Chef
Garibaldi Pte Ltd
05.2022 - 04.2023
CDP/OIC
Tipsy Collective
12.2020 - 04.2022
Permanent Part Time FOH
Starker Bistro
10.2019 - 02.2020
Assistant Operations Manager
Laaf Cuisines
09.2014 - 10.2019
FOH Supervisor
Creative Eateries
12.2012 - 08.2014
Serangoon Junior College
'A' Levels
Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Secondary)
'O' Levels
Paya Lebar Girls' School (Primary)
PSLE
Cherlyn Chua