Son Thai
San Jose,United States
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Bon Appetit Management, excelling in menu development and kitchen management. Proven track record in cost control and fostering teamwork, while enhancing dining experiences through innovative dishes. Adept at maintaining high sanitation standards and effectively managing inventory to minimize waste. Passionate about delivering exceptional quality and service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Sous Chef
Bon Appetit Management
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted Executive Chef with cost analysis and budget management to enhance profitability.
- Designed seasonal, diverse menus and created visually compelling dishes.
- Promoted a collaborative team environment and mentored kitchen staff.
- Maintained compliance with health department regulations and high sanitation standards.
- Streamlined inventory control, reducing waste and maximizing budget efficiency.
- Organized special events and catering services, showcasing culinary range.
- Assisted Executive Chef with designing and operating of multiple cafes
- Built strong vendor relationships to source high-quality ingredients.
- Balanced labor costs through effective staff scheduling.
Sous Chef
Bon Appetit Management
10.2020 - 09.2023
- Directed high-volume food preparation in a fast-paced environment.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff for consistent food quality and efficiency.
- Reduced food waste through proactive inventory control.
- Ensured compliance with health and sanitation standards
- Maintained food cost for both main cafe & catering.
- Designed catering menus and seasonal activations/events
Lead Cook
Bon Appetite Management
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
Associate Manager
7-eleven
11.2016 - 12.2019
- Collaborated closely with senior management on strategic planning efforts, aligning departmental goals with overarching company objectives.
- Remedied issues and conflicts among workers using negotiation and active listening.
- Successfully managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines ensuring optimal resource allocation.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, fostering collaboration and mutual support.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - General Chemistry
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CASkills
- Kitchen management
- Menu development
- Sanitation standards
- Cost control
- Forecasting and planning
- Purchasing management
- Operations management
Certification
Servsafe Managers Food handlers certification
Languages
Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sr. Sous Chef
Bon Appetit Management
09.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Bon Appetit Management
10.2020 - 09.2023
Lead Cook
Bon Appetite Management
03.2019 - 10.2020
Associate Manager
7-eleven
11.2016 - 12.2019
Bachelor Of Science - General Chemistry
San Francisco State University
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