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Ka Ming Wong

Ka Ming Wong

Head Chef
Hong Kong

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with over 8 years of experience in diverse restaurants and hotels, including Citibank Hong Kong and Google Hong Kong. As a qualified Hygiene Manager, I excel in kitchen management and cost control, with a proven track record of creating signature dishes and enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative catering events. My passion for cooking drives my dedication to delivering exceptional culinary experiences while adhering to food safety regulations and training staff effectively.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages

Work History

Head Chef

Citibank Hong Kong
07.2024 - Current
  • Consistently managed the fast food cafeteria, ensuring efficient operations and customer satisfaction.
  • Responsible for at least one Western Fine Dining service for VIP customers each month.
  • Planned and executed one to two different types of catering events each month to enhance customer experience.
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.

Sous Chef

Google Hong Kong
03.2023 - 06.2024
  • Consistently managed the buffet and noodle cafeteria, ensuring high-quality service.
  • Organized three to four different types of catering events each month.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of creative POP-UP Festive events (catering services and workshops).
  • Strictly adhered to Google’s Food Safety Guidelines and participated regularly in NSF certification audit.
  • Responsible for managing the maintenance and repair of restaurant equipment.
  • Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.


Chef

Google Hong Kong
01.2020 - 03.2023
  • Primarily responsible for food production in the buffet area.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
  • Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Reduced food waste significantly, introducing composting program and revising portion sizes.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.

Asian Chef

Regal Hong Kong Hotel, HONG KONG
01.2019 - 10.2019
  • Managed the Cold Kitchen, providing all cold dishes for hotel buffets.
  • Assisted in regular participation in ISO certification audits.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.

Demi Chef

Regal Hong Kong Hotel, HONG KONG
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Assisted in food preparation for both the Hot Kitchen and Cold Kitchen.
  • Adhered to food safety regulations and culinary best practices in preparation of ingredients and meals.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.

Skills

Food safety regulations

Signature dish creation

Kitchen management

Staff training

Banquets and catering

Cost control and budgeting

Waste reduction

Software

Microsoft Office

Adobe illustrator

Adobe photoshop

Certification

Hygiene Manager -2020

Timeline

Head Chef

Citibank Hong Kong
07.2024 - Current

Sous Chef

Google Hong Kong
03.2023 - 06.2024

Chef

Google Hong Kong
01.2020 - 03.2023

Asian Chef

Regal Hong Kong Hotel, HONG KONG
01.2019 - 10.2019

Demi Chef

Regal Hong Kong Hotel, HONG KONG
01.2018 - 12.2018

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