Kai Ler Lim
Summary
Accomplished Sous Chef with a proven track record at How's Catering PTE LTD, demonstrating exceptional kitchen leadership and team mentorship. Elevated guest return rates through innovative menu development and stringent quality control. Skilled in food safety and inventory management, significantly reducing waste and adhering to budget targets.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
How's Catering PTE LTD
8A Admiralty St, Singapore
04.2022 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
- Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
Sous Chef
YOLO GROUP PTE LTD
Reffles Place, Singapore
05.2018 - 03.2022
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
- Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Introduced new culinary techniques to the team, elevating the overall skill level and leading to more diverse menu offerings for guests.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Maintained open lines of communication with front-of-house management teams to address any potential issues before they escalated into larger problems affecting overall guest satisfaction levels.
Chef De Partie
Kartrina Holdind -SHO PHO Vietnamese Cafe |Orchard
Orchard, Singapore
10.2015 - 04.2018
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
- Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
- Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Improved customer satisfaction by attentively addressing dietary restrictions and special requests.
- Managed inventory efficiently, rotating stock to ensure freshness while minimizing spoilage or waste.
Chef
Resorts World Sentosa
Harbour Front, Singapore
04.2014 - 10.2015
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Education
PMR, SPM -
SMK DATO IDRIS, Pantai Remis
Perak Malaysia10.2013
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
English
Malay
Timeline
Sous Chef
How's Catering PTE LTD
04.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
YOLO GROUP PTE LTD
05.2018 - 03.2022
Chef De Partie
Kartrina Holdind -SHO PHO Vietnamese Cafe |Orchard
10.2015 - 04.2018
Chef
Resorts World Sentosa
04.2014 - 10.2015
PMR, SPM -
SMK DATO IDRIS, Pantai Remis