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Hong Vu Pham

Chef
Praha

Summary

Hello im a passionate Chef specializing in Asian cuisine, particularly Vietnamese Flavors, which reflect my cultural roots. Currently helping my Head Chef Matteo leading the kitchen team of Sansho, a casual fine dining restaurant. I take pride in training and mentoring new chefs across key sections, including prep, wok and grill. I bring creative ideas to elevate dining experiences while maintaining high kitchen standards. Dedicated to delivering exceptional, flavorful cuisine.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Sous Chef

Sansho
07.2024 - Current
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
  • Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.

Chef De Partie

Sansho
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
  • Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.

Cook

Bon Ramen
09.2021 - 06.2023
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.

Cook

Takumi Praha
10.2019 - 08.2021
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.

Education

High School -

Tran Phu- Hoan Kiem
Hanoi
06.2012 - 05.2015

Skills

    Food plating and presentation

Strong attention to safe food handling procedures

Food preparation and safety

Performance improvement

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Im a passionate chef leading a Vietnamese culinary project called "Tan Ca", focused on spreading love for Vietnamese cuisine and showcasing its rich creativity and untapped potential. Through this project, I aim to introduce people to the vibrant  flavors and cultural depth of Vietnamese food, demonstrating how innovative and versatile it can be. This initiative allows me to share my passion for cooking while connecting others to the heart of Vietnam's culinary heritage.

Timeline

Sous Chef

Sansho
07.2024 - Current

Chef De Partie

Sansho
06.2023 - 06.2024

Cook

Bon Ramen
09.2021 - 06.2023

Cook

Takumi Praha
10.2019 - 08.2021

High School -

Tran Phu- Hoan Kiem
06.2012 - 05.2015
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