Junho Lee
Guelph,ON
Summary
Innovative Culinary professional offering 6 years of expertise preparing sushi, sauces and various kinds of fish in high-volume Japanese restaurants. Well-trained and versed in mentoring junior team members in culinary techniques and best practices.
High-Performing Chef offering 10 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Exceptional Head Chef with superb understanding of recipes and food cooking methods. Specialties include determining proper portions, menu planning and managing food inventory. Passionate about food and hospitality. Skillfully manage kitchen and food preparation areas.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Owner Chef
Sushi Q
09.2022 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
Owner Chef
Pujukan Korean BBQ
05.2018 - 04.2022
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for kitchen staff members to provide constructive feedback and set goals for continuous improvement.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Chef Manager
Sapporo Ichbang
03.2015 - 03.2018
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Regularly updated menu offerings based on customer preferences, driving repeat business for the establishment.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Education
Diploma - Automotive Technical Studies
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarborough, ON04.2015
High School Diploma -
Daegu High-school
Daegu, Korea12.2004
Skills
- Fish preparation
- Time Management Efficiency
- Japanese Cuisine Knowledge
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Grilling Techniques
- Ingredient Knowledge
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food plating and presentation
- Sauce preparation
Languages
English
Professional Working
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteTimeline
Owner Chef
Sushi Q
09.2022 - Current
Owner Chef
Pujukan Korean BBQ
05.2018 - 04.2022
Chef Manager
Sapporo Ichbang
03.2015 - 03.2018
Diploma - Automotive Technical Studies
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
High School Diploma -
Daegu High-school
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