Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Lim Yong Qing Kenny

Singapore

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to Area category manager position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Area Category Manager

DonDonDonki
08.2017 - Current
  • Monitor stock taking for ingredients plan for orders and cost control management including food cost,spoilage and waste control.
  • Identified and reported key performance indicators to define successful category management.
  • Fostered positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating collaboratively with customers.
  • Maximized category turnover through proactive management strategies.
  • To conduct physical monthly stocktakes and review monthly report and the overall performance versus budget.
  • Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.
  • Manage the recruitment across variety of kitchen roles,helping store side to find,hire,and retain qualify candidates.
  • Proactively supports any promotional activity within the store and contributes to an effective working environment.
  • Inspect the areas in store and resolve any issues that might arise
  • In charge of the training of new staffs and oversees the implementation of process and guidelines in kitchen operation.
  • Organize store operation and allocate responsibilities to personnel.
  • Self-motivated and willing to accept changes.

Head Chef

Meet Dining Ptd Ltd
01.2017 - 08.2017
  • Always having a professional, safe and hygiene appearance whilst on duty
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Able to solve internal and external problems as well as brain storming for ideas and solutions


Sous Chef

Emporium Shokuhin
06.2015 - 01.2017
  • 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.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.

Sous Chef

Verandah (Gardens By The Bay)
04.2012 - 06.2015
  • 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.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.

Junior Sous Chef

Soprano
10.2009 - 09.2010
  • Monitored recipe portioning to control food costs.
  • Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
  • Ordered food items for upcoming events per sous chef request.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Successfully completed kitchen product inventory as assigned.
  • Led team by example in preparing items accurately and according to high-quality standards.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

Junior Sous Chef

Cicada Venture Ptd Ltd
08.2007 - 09.2009
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Delivered verbal culinary instruction and assignments to 8 kitchen staff members daily to promote successful dining experiences for clients.
  • Monitored recipe portioning to control food costs.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
  • Ordered food items for upcoming events per sous chef request.
  • Assisted sous chef with weekly schedule drafts for 8 kitchen staff.
  • Successfully completed kitchen product inventory as assigned.

Cook - Chef De Partie

Big O Restaurant
08.2004 - 07.2007
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Paying attention to details, and able to work on a very high standards

Commis Cook

Ubin Seafood Restaurant
03.2003 - 07.2004
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.

Pastry Cook

Shangri La Hotel
10.2002 - 03.2003


  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
  • Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
  • Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
  • Replenished bakery items in display cases.

Education

No Degree -

Queenstown Secondary School, SIngapore
12.2018

O Level

Skills

  • Risk Mitigation
  • Data Analysis
  • Profit Target Achievement
  • Operations Evaluation
  • Constructive Feedback
  • Critical Thinking
  • Performance Improvement
  • Staff Monitoring

Certification

  • People and Relationship Management Level 4
  • WPLN(Reading,Listening,Speaking,Writing & Numeracy) Level 5
  • Food Safety & Hygiene (Year 2022)

Timeline

Area Category Manager - DonDonDonki
08.2017 - Current
Head Chef - Meet Dining Ptd Ltd
01.2017 - 08.2017
Sous Chef - Emporium Shokuhin
06.2015 - 01.2017
Sous Chef - Verandah (Gardens By The Bay)
04.2012 - 06.2015
Junior Sous Chef - Soprano
10.2009 - 09.2010
Junior Sous Chef - Cicada Venture Ptd Ltd
08.2007 - 09.2009
Cook - Chef De Partie - Big O Restaurant
08.2004 - 07.2007
Commis Cook - Ubin Seafood Restaurant
03.2003 - 07.2004
Pastry Cook - Shangri La Hotel
10.2002 - 03.2003
Queenstown Secondary School - No Degree,
Lim Yong Qing Kenny