Pharat Tak
Dumfries,VA
Summary
Well-rounded chef offering several years of comprehensive experience consistently preparing exceptional menu items to garner customer praise. Well-versed in creating new, seasonal menus and maintaining smooth and timely kitchen operations. Committed to delivering first-rate dining experience to guests. Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
JAAN BAI
Battambang, CAMBODIA
04.2016 - 09.2024
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Ensured kitchen staff adhered to safety and sanitation regulations.
- Supervised and coordinated activities of cooks and other food preparation workers.
- Ordered supplies and equipment as needed.
- Developed menus, recipe standards, plate presentation guidelines, and portion control standards.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff to ensure quality standards of food production.
- Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of stock levels, ordering new ingredients when needed.
- Developed menus for special occasions, ensuring all dishes were prepared according to recipes and standards.
Chef
Sangker Hotel
Battambang, CAMBODIA
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Developed and implemented training programs for kitchen staff to ensure proper food handling, safety, and sanitation practices were followed.
- Created menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Evaluated existing recipes to make sure they met the highest standards of quality.
- Supervised all kitchen operations, including ordering supplies and equipment maintenance.
Election Official
UNHCR Office Cambodia
Battambang, CAMBODIA
01.1991 - 12.1992
- Conducted voter registration drives to ensure eligible voters were registered.
- Monitored voting sites to make sure all procedures were followed correctly.
- Maintained accurate records of all ballots cast during elections.
- Provided assistance to voters by explaining voting procedures and answering questions.
- Verified voter eligibility through checking identification and confirming registration information.
- Distributed ballots to voters, ensuring they were given the correct ballot type.
- Monitored polling area to ensure that only eligible voters were allowed to cast their votes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kao I Dang Camp High School
Kao I Dang Thailand Refugee Camp 01-1989
Skills
- Menu development
- Signature dish creation
- Kitchen operations management
- Dish preparation
- Food presentation
- Forecasting and planning
- Catering events
Certification
- I have trained in Asian and Western cuisines. I attended specialty foods training in Vietnam and Thailand to bring a broader menu to the customers.
Languages
English
Limited
Khmer
Full Professional
Affiliations
- highlights of the signature sample cuisines I prepared can be viewed on the JAAN BAI (Battamabang) restaurant website
Timeline
Chef
Sangker Hotel
01.2017 - 05.2020
Chef
JAAN BAI
04.2016 - 09.2024
Election Official
UNHCR Office Cambodia
01.1991 - 12.1992
- I have trained in Asian and Western cuisines. I attended specialty foods training in Vietnam and Thailand to bring a broader menu to the customers.
High School Diploma -
Kao I Dang Camp High School
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