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Taeyoon Jang

Bellevue,USA

Summary

Experienced multi-business owner and operator with over 20 years of hands-on experience
in restaurant and retail operations. Former Korean BBQ restaurant manager in Seoul with
deep knowledge of Korean BBQ cuisine, kitchen operations, staffing, and food safety.

Proven track record of owning and operating multiple profitable retail businesses in
Washington State, overseeing P&L, staffing, inventory, vendor negotiations, and compliance.
Well-positioned to own and operate a full-service Korean BBQ restaurant with a strong
focus on quality, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

President

Smokable Plus
01.2013 - Current
  • Owned and operated multiple retail businesses for over 18 years
  • Managed full P&L including revenue, labor, rent, payroll, and operating expenses
  • Hired, trained, scheduled, and supervised staff across multiple locations
  • Oversaw daily operations, inventory purchasing, and vendor negotiations
  • Implemented local marketing strategies to drive consistent sales growth
  • Managed accounting coordination, payroll, taxes, and regulatory compliance
  • Maintained long-term profitable operations through multiple economic cycles

Owner & Operator

Multiple Retail Businesses
2006 - 2025
  • Owned and operated multiple retail businesses for over 18 years
  • Managed full P&L including revenue, labor, rent, payroll, and operating expenses
  • Hired, trained, scheduled, and supervised staff across multiple locations
  • Oversaw daily operations, inventory purchasing, and vendor negotiations
  • Implemented local marketing strategies to drive consistent sales growth
  • Managed accounting coordination, payroll, taxes, and regulatory compliance
  • Maintained long-term profitable operations through multiple economic cycles

Business Owner

DealHeim
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • Founded and operated a regional wholesale and distribution business serving retail partners
  • Managed vendor relationships, pricing, inventory flow, and sales performance
  • Gained hands-on experience in product sourcing, cost control, and market demand analysis

Business Development Consultant

WAHero
01.2012 - 01.2018

• Advised multi-million dollar retail businesses on operations, sales growth, and cost control
• Supported startup and expansion planning, vendor setup, and operational systems

Manager

Terriyaki 1st
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Managed daily restaurant operations in a U.S.-based quick-service restaurant
  • Supervised staff scheduling, training, and customer service standards
  • Ensured compliance with local health and food safety regulations
  • Coordinated food preparation, inventory control, and kitchen cleanliness

Manager

Korean BBQ
01.1996 - 01.2003
  • Korean BBQ grilling and meat preparation
  • Institutional and batch cooking
  • Food safety, sanitation, and spoilage prevention
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Menu planning, pricing, and cost control
  • Staff training and supervision
  • Inventory labeling, temperature monitoring, and quality control

Education

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Design

Kyungone University
Seoul. Korea
02-2000

Skills

  • Korean BBQ & Korean Cuisine Operations
  • Restaurant Operations & P&L Management
  • Staffing, Training & Labor Management
  • Vendor Negotiation & Cost Control
  • Inventory, Purchasing & Cash Flow Management
  • Food Safety, Sanitation & Compliance
  • Local Marketing & Customer Retention
  • Multi-Unit Business Ownership

Timeline

Business Owner

DealHeim
01.2014 - 01.2020

President

Smokable Plus
01.2013 - Current

Business Development Consultant

WAHero
01.2012 - 01.2018

Manager

Terriyaki 1st
01.2003 - 01.2006

Manager

Korean BBQ
01.1996 - 01.2003

Owner & Operator

Multiple Retail Businesses
2006 - 2025

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Design

Kyungone University