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Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vn

Ho Chi Minh City Metropolitan Area

Develop, train and execute new creative International and Asian fusion menu items using local ingredients. Training Vietnamese chefs at International schools to take local ingredients and create International food. Developed, trained, and executed creative Vietnamese and International menus for the food service catering division.● Trained over 100 local chefs on how to translate the local Vietnamese food into International fusion menus catering to a variety of International Schools.● Worked closely with local chefs and management to design deliverable fusion menus for schools and institutions serving up to 1,500 meals per service● Developed custom menus, with client input, ranging from 20-person gourmet multi-course Vietnamese fusion to events with up to 8,000 guests• Collaborated with Group Executive Chef to write and teach school students basic cooking skills. Co-wrote ‘Kitchen Survival Guide’ for British International School year 13 class as part of their University Preparation program.

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Managed business development and operations of the company including menu planning, food preparation, material sourcing, supply chain management, client negotiations/acquisition, and quality assurance. Created western recipes and dishes, regularly updating the menu to attract new customers and to meet industry trends. Conducted hiring and training for all team members ensuring the delivery of exceptional guest service and taking full responsibility for team performance and productivity.

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Customized and revised seasonal menus to meet business and customer exceptions. Facilitate optimal sales and resource use. Provided meticulous provision and stock inventory analysis, forecasting needs, deficiencies, and implementing contingencies. Responsible for annual budgeting for food and labor cost.