SASITHORN THONGTHAVECHAIKIJ LANG
New York,NY
Summary
A worldly food enthusiast from Thailand, I'm currently seeking new opportunities in a high-level kitchen to continue expanding my knowledge and capacity as a professional chef. With more than ten years of management, service and kitchen experience in New York City restaurants and catering, I am a dedicated, reliable and professional coworker always looking to contribute to a productive and joyful work environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef, menu designer, wine paring for small-sized catering events
SM Catering
01.2018 - Current
- Maximize satisfaction of customers
Server
Patrizia's of Manhattan
New York, NY
2021 - Current
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Head Service - In charge dining room
Vinum Wine Bar Café
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Led a team of 8 servers and bussers to ensure timely service and accurate order-tasking.
- Ensure smooth running operations while leading daily opening-closing duties.
- Organized weekly meeting with waitstaff and kitchen to discuss safety standards, customer experience goals.
Line Chef - Prepared food in high-volume, high-quality Manhattan kitchens
BOH Eataly Flat Iron NYC & Junoon Restaurant (Michelin-starred)
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Prepared ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
Server and Bartender-Served food, tended bar, responsible for bar inventory
Tarallucci e Vino
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Salesperson-Sold Import wines to restaurants and wine shops in NYC area
SD Selection, LLC, Wine Company
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Performed regular follow-ups with clients to ensure satisfaction with purchases.
Management-Ran front and back of house in popular midtown neighborhood Italian restaurant
Carbone Restaurant West 38th St, NYC
01.2010 - 01.2018
Server-Served food and oversaw dining area
Amber Sushi Bar
01.2009 - 01.2010
Education
Masters of Business Administration -
Assumption University
01-2012
Bachelors of Business Administration -
University of Thai Chamber of Commerce
01-2009
Skills
- Quality cooking in fast-paced kitchen
- Worldly culinary knowledge, experience, and taste
- Knowledge of wine, spirits, and beer
- Knowledge of dining room operations
- Management and service experience
- Bartending experience
- Business Management
- Food and Beverage Pairing
- Waste Control
Timeline
Head Service - In charge dining room
Vinum Wine Bar Café
01.2019 - 01.2020
Chef, menu designer, wine paring for small-sized catering events
SM Catering
01.2018 - Current
Line Chef - Prepared food in high-volume, high-quality Manhattan kitchens
BOH Eataly Flat Iron NYC & Junoon Restaurant (Michelin-starred)
01.2018 - 01.2019
Server and Bartender-Served food, tended bar, responsible for bar inventory
Tarallucci e Vino
01.2018 - 01.2019
Salesperson-Sold Import wines to restaurants and wine shops in NYC area
SD Selection, LLC, Wine Company
01.2017 - 01.2018
Management-Ran front and back of house in popular midtown neighborhood Italian restaurant
Carbone Restaurant West 38th St, NYC
01.2010 - 01.2018
Server-Served food and oversaw dining area
Amber Sushi Bar
01.2009 - 01.2010
Server
Patrizia's of Manhattan
2021 - Current
Masters of Business Administration -
Assumption University
Bachelors of Business Administration -
University of Thai Chamber of Commerce
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