SYH CHYE KUNG
Summary
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with Singapore and Malaysia local cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Chef De Partie /Chef De Partie
The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Demi Chef
The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
11.2017 - 04.2021
- Supported chef de partie in daily mise-en-place, assigned preparation projects and inventory activities.
- Assisted with development of new menu items, researching and workshopping recipes compatible with existing menu.
- Monitored stock levels of both ingredients and seasonings, notifying head chef of low levels to support prompt ordering.
- Adhered to food safety regulations and culinary best practices in preparation of ingredients and meals.
Cook 1
The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Cook 2
The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
07.2015 - 09.2016
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Chef De Partie
Ixora Hotel Perai
10.2012 - 06.2015
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Ensure team have high standard of food hygiene and follow the rules of health and safety
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Banquet Crew
Ipoh
06.2012 - 09.2012
- City & Country Club
- Assists Floor Executive to set up banquet hall
- When no function time, assist coffee house staff for daily operation
Commis
Bayview Hotel
11.2011 - 04.2012
- Learn all the international cuisine, mise-en-place, receiving,
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Assists the chef in the daily operation
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Education
Diploma - Culinary And Hotel Management
Keris College
Malaysia2012
SPM
Malaysia2008
Skills
- Knowledge in communication: Deal internal and external customer at all levels to ensure successful communication and probing question
- Problem solving: Resolves inquiries in proper manner independently and with internal and external business partners to fire appropriate result, efficiencies and high level of quality
- Organization and Prioritization: Refine planning and organization skill that balance work, team support and responsibility in a time management and professional manner
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Food Allergy Understanding
- Safe Work Practices
Affiliations
- 5 Star Employee of the Quarter
- Food Allergy and Intolerance Training
- National Kindness Award
Languages
English
Intermediate (B1)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Cantonese)
Advanced (C1)
Malay
Advanced (C1)
Additional Information
Benton Toh
Senior Executive Sous Chef
The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
Nicolas Loh
Chef De Cuisine Colony Kitchen
The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
Timeline
Senior Chef De Partie /Chef De Partie
The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
04.2021 - 06.2023
Demi Chef
The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
11.2017 - 04.2021
Cook 1
The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
09.2016 - 10.2017
Cook 2
The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
07.2015 - 09.2016
Chef De Partie
Ixora Hotel Perai
10.2012 - 06.2015
Banquet Crew
Ipoh
06.2012 - 09.2012
Commis
Bayview Hotel
11.2011 - 04.2012
Diploma - Culinary And Hotel Management
Keris College
SPM
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