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Santhaya Muensouk

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

With a proven track record at Mandalay Bay, I excel in high-volume food preparation, emphasizing food safety and team collaboration. My expertise in recipe creation and kitchen management led to a signature dish that significantly boosted repeat business. I'm recognized for innovative culinary techniques and a commitment to excellence, ensuring top-notch guest satisfaction.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef,Cook

Thai Chef Express
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization in kitchen, passing all health inspections with excellent ratings.

Chef Cook

Nongmai Thai French Restaurant
09.2020 - 01.2022
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
  • Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
  • Developed signature dish that became bestseller, combining innovative flavors with classic techniques.

Sous-Chef

Mandalay Bay
01.2004 - 07.2009
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • 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.

Chef/Owner

Dejavu Thai-French Restaurant
02.1999 - 11.2005
  • Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
  • Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by introducing feedback system to gather insights and make informed improvements.
  • Developed signature dish that became bestseller, combining innovative flavors with classic techniques.
  • Improved kitchen safety, conducting comprehensive training on proper equipment use and emergency procedures.

Chef De Cusine

.jean-georges.
03.1992 - 12.1998

Working at

Jo Jo

Vong

Mercer kitchen

Jean-Gorges


Under the chef Jean-Gorges Vongerichten in New York City.

Cook

Jebel Ali Hotel
02.1989 - 03.1991

Cooked ,International Cuisine under Chef Mike Lee

Education

High School Diploma -

UdonPitthayanukul
Udonthani Thailand
06-1988

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Customer service
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food presentation
  • Meal preparation
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Grilling techniques
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Kitchen equipment operation
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Allergen awareness
  • Sauce preparation
  • Sanitation guidelines
  • Recipe creation
  • Banquets and catering
  • Vegetarian cooking
  • Garnishing techniques
  • Seafood preparation
  • Roasting techniques
  • Vegan cooking
  • Braising techniques
  • Pastry skills
  • Baking techniques
  • Cold food preparation
  • Grilling and deep frying skills
  • Food safety oversight

Timeline

Chef,Cook

Thai Chef Express
07.2023 - 08.2024

Chef Cook

Nongmai Thai French Restaurant
09.2020 - 01.2022

Sous-Chef

Mandalay Bay
01.2004 - 07.2009

Chef/Owner

Dejavu Thai-French Restaurant
02.1999 - 11.2005

Chef De Cusine

.jean-georges.
03.1992 - 12.1998

Cook

Jebel Ali Hotel
02.1989 - 03.1991

High School Diploma -

UdonPitthayanukul
Santhaya Muensouk