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Kuala Lumpur, My

Kuala Lumpur City, Federal Territory Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

As a Culinary Excellence Leader, my role was to enhance culinary offerings and operational efficiency across 16 hospitals, prioritizing patient satisfaction and group menu standardization. Key accomplishments include:- Nationwide Training Program: Developed and implemented a comprehensive training program for over 300 staff, elevating culinary competencies and nutritional care.- Team Culture Development: Fostered a culture of excellence and collaboration among kitchen staff, chefs, and food service teams.- Food Waste Reduction: Implemented effective strategies to minimize food waste, optimizing resource allocation and achieving significant cost savings.- Sustainability Initiatives: Launched programs focused on sustainability by sourcing local ingredients and promoting plant-based menus, aligning with our environmental goals.

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Key responsibilities of the role :- • Operations and management of key stakeholders within the business’ ecosystem are run smoothly and efficiently;• Ensuring the business is sustainable, maintains a high standard of quality and customer satisfaction, while continuing to remain relevant within the competitive textile industry in Malaysia;• Build strong business relationships with clients in line with the #supportlocal agenda and give back to the communities nationally through social impact initiatives identified throughout the business campaigns;• Analyse current industry trends to identify business opportunities and collaborations that would generate revenue resources and profitability;• Train and empower youth gig workers as part of our #givingback agenda with exposure to entrepreneurship, customer service and sales.

Bentong, Pahang, Malaysia

As a Resort Manager, I successfully transitioned from an F&B consultant to overseeing all aspects of resort operations, including the complete setup of kitchen and restaurant operations. My key responsibilities include:- Operational Oversight: Managed daily staff operations, guest relations, event coordination, inventory and facility management, financial administration, and compliance with safety standards.- Leadership & Strategy: Provided strategic leadership across departments to enhance service culture and maximize guest satisfaction.- Stakeholder Relations: Collaborated closely with resort owners to align business strategies and operational goals, realizing the vision of our resort as an ideal Malaysian getaway. Achievements include a 9.6/10 rating on Booking.com and a 4.9/5 on Google Reviews (2023).I am passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences while driving operational excellence in the hospitality industry.

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

I established a home-based gourmet and healthy food delivery and catering service before the rise of major platforms like GrabFood and FoodPanda. Key achievements include:- Customer Base Development: Built a loyal clientele, managing an average of 200 orders per week from corporate and private clients across regions such as Damansara Heights, Hartamas, Bangsar, Mont Kiara, KL Sentral, and TTDI.- Culinary Recognition: Finalist at KL Signature Dish 2015 and showcased my signature Fried Mac & Cheese Balls at the Foodgasm Festival 2016.- Consulting Expertise: Provided F&B consulting services to startups, leveraging industry knowledge to help new businesses establish their culinary offerings.I am passionate about creating exceptional culinary experiences while supporting local food initiatives.

London, United Kingdom

I advanced from Demi Chef to Junior Sous Chef within three years at a prestigious 5-star establishment, adhering to the rigorous standards of Leading Hotels of the World. My key contributions include:- Operational Management: Collaborated with a team of 20 chefs to deliver high-quality cuisine across multiple dining services, including a 50-seat restaurant, afternoon tea, room service, private dining, and the lobby bar.- Team Leadership: Fostered a culture of excellence and teamwork, ensuring seamless kitchen operations and exceptional service delivery.- Recognition: Honored as Employee of the Year in 2013 for my dedication to maintaining high culinary standards and delivering outstanding service.I am passionate about culinary innovation and committed to creating memorable dining experiences that exceed guest expectations.

London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

London

London, United Kingdom

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Bachelor'S Degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training

Hotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management