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Kanoknon Holmer
Chef De-cuisine
Surat Thani,Thailand
Summary
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
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Chef De Cuisine(Pre-Openings)
Kimpton KitaLay
Ko Samui, Thailand
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Oversaw preparation of creatively-designed recipes all sections
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained well-organized mise end place to keep work consistent.
- Created menus and designed corresponding recipes for all sections
- Supervised and enhanced work of 50-person team producing more than 100 plates per day
- Created menus and designed corresponding recipes for all sections
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
- Forecasted seasonal staffing levels and interviewed and hired new staff members.
Sous Chef (Pre Opening Team)
Centara Reserve
Samui, Thailand
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers..
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
Thai Restaurant
Self Employed Family Business
Trang Province, Thailand
08.2018 - 12.2020
- Menu created
- stored and receiving market list
Asian Chef De-Cuisine
Intercontinental Resort Hotel
Sanya, China
12.2016 - 09.2018
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
- Handled 50 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns
Thai Chef De-Cuisine (Pre Opening)
Wanda Vista Xishuangbanna Resort Hotel
Xishuangbanna , China
09.2015 - 02.2016
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
Thai Sous Chef
Kuramathi Resort Island
Alifu Alifu Atoll, Maldives
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Produced innovative menu offerings to promote company awareness and customer satisfaction.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
Commis Chef
Four Seasons Resort
Samui, Thailand
06.2013 - 04.2015
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
Commis Chef Thai
Intercontinental Resort
Samui, Thailand
12.2012 - 07.2013
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Onboarded new temps by entering employee information into systems.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
Commis Chef Thai
Imperial Boat House
Ko Samui, 84320
07.2012 - 01.2013
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pangkhonwittayakom
Phang Khon District 03.1996 - 03.1999
Skills
Schedule Management
Software
Microsoft office
Microsoft teams
Certification
Food Safety Protection program
Timeline
Chef De Cuisine(Pre-Openings)
Kimpton KitaLay
10.2021 - 02.2022
Safe Steps Training
03-2021
Sous Chef (Pre Opening Team)
Centara Reserve
02.2021 - 09.2022
National Standard Testing Level 1
10-2019
National Standard Testing Level 2
10-2019
Thai Restaurant
Self Employed Family Business
08.2018 - 12.2020
Asian Chef De-Cuisine
Intercontinental Resort Hotel
12.2016 - 09.2018
Thai Chef De-Cuisine (Pre Opening)
Wanda Vista Xishuangbanna Resort Hotel
09.2015 - 02.2016
Thai Sous Chef
Kuramathi Resort Island
04.2015 - 08.2015
Food Safety Protection program
06-2014
Food Safety Protection program
08-2013
Commis Chef
Four Seasons Resort
06.2013 - 04.2015
Commis Chef Thai
Intercontinental Resort
12.2012 - 07.2013
Commis Chef Thai
Imperial Boat House
07.2012 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
Pangkhonwittayakom
03.1996 - 03.1999
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