Wook Yang
Atlanta,GA
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Park 27
Atlanta, GA
03.2020 - Current
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Developed standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation, promoting consistently high-quality food items.
- Managed daily operations of the kitchen including scheduling shifts for staff.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Assisted in developing marketing strategies designed to increase restaurant revenue.
- Provided effective orientation and training to each new associate and developed ongoing training programs.
Executive Chef
Aomi Japanese Restaurant
Atlanta, GA
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Focused on customer satisfaction, creating delicious cuisine to impress diners.
- Provided guidance and support for Sous Chefs during peak service hours.
- Assisted in developing marketing strategies designed to increase restaurant revenue.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
Executive Chef
Leaders Club Buffet
Seoul
06.1998 - 07.2006
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Inspected equipment regularly to maintain safe working conditions in the kitchen.
First Cook
Shilla Hotel
Seoul
10.1980 - 12.1991
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Provided guidance and support to junior kitchen staff members.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
Skills
- French-style cuisine (20 years)
- Chinese-style cuisine (3 years)
- Japanese-style cuisine (4 years)
- Korean-style royal cuisine (4 years)
- Korean-style BBQ (15 years)
Timeline
Chef
Park 27
03.2020 - Current
Executive Chef
Aomi Japanese Restaurant
01.2018 - 02.2020
Executive Chef
Leaders Club Buffet
06.1998 - 07.2006
First Cook
Shilla Hotel
10.1980 - 12.1991