CHHUM KUNTHEA
Phnom Penh,Cambodia
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Eleven One Kitchen
01.2023 - 12.2026
- Directed daily kitchen operations serving students and staff, ensuring efficiency, quality, and punctual service.
- Designed balanced and nutritious menus aligned with institutional requirements and budget considerations.
- Led and trained kitchen personnel, fostering teamwork and adherence to professional culinary standards.
- Implemented and enforced food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
- Optimized food cost control through strategic procurement, inventory monitoring, and waste minimization.
- Standardized recipes and portion sizes to ensure consistent quality and cost efficiency.
- Organized and executed catering services for school events, conferences, and special functions.
- Oversaw kitchen budgeting, equipment upkeep, and supplier coordination to support uninterrupted operations.
Executive Chef
Rokku Sushi Lounge +Bistro
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
01.2016 - 12.2023
- Supervise and manage kitchen staff to ensure efficient daily operations.
- Assign duties and monitor the performance of kitchen employees.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
- Develop and standardize recipes to maintain consistent food quality.
- Design and decorate food presentations to enhance visual appeal and customer satisfaction.
- Train, mentor, and support kitchen staff to improve their skills and performance.
- Create and introduce new menu items based on customer preferences and seasonal ingredients.
- Prepare and organize staff work schedules to ensure adequate kitchen coverage.
- Coordinate with the Catering Manager for outside catering events and special functions.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment in compliance with health and safety regulations.
Executive Chef
The Shop Restaurant
08.2012 - 11.2015
- Supervise and manage kitchen staff, assigning duties and monitoring performance.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
- Train and mentor kitchen staff to improve skills and efficiency.
- Develop new menu items based on customer preferences and seasonal ingredients.
- Prepare staff schedules to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
- Coordinate catering events and special functions with the Catering Manager.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment.
Head Chef
The Shop Restaurant
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Supervise and train kitchen staff while monitoring performance.
- Ensure food safety, hygiene, and sanitation compliance.
- Develop seasonal menus and improve kitchen efficiency.
- Prepare staff schedules and coordinate catering events.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
Western Chef Assistant
Northbridge International School
02.2002 - 10.2005
- Prepared and cooked both hot and cold dishes for the restaurant.
- Prepared food for external catering events and functions.
- Monitored and controlled kitchen stock and inventory.
- Managed food supplies and conducted regular checks of kitchen equipment to ensure proper functionality and hygiene standards.
Western and Asian Chef Assistant
Northbridge International School
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Making both cool and hot foods for students at cafeteria for lunch time
- Control Stock
- Control all foods supplies and check other equipments in kitchen
Education
Cooking Course -
Mit Samlagn Organization
01.2002
High School - General Knowledge
Wat Phnom Secondary School
Phnom Penh01.2000
Skills
- Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
- Internet and Email
Languages
Khmer
Advanced
C1
English
Intermediate
B1
Custom Section
#735, Sangkat Teuk Thla, Phnom Penh, Russey Keo, Cambodia
References
- Mr Gustav Auer, Business Coordinator, 012 953 960, gustav@friends-international.org
- Mr Steven Fouts, 370 E Hind Dr, Honolulu, HI, 96821, +18083817594, Stevenfouts71@yahoo.com
- Mrs. Sok Lim Srun, Owner at Eleven1 Kitchen, 010 998 111
Additional information
1999–2000 – Professional Training in Service and Hot & Cold Food Preparation (Service & Chef), Friend Restaurant (Sponsored by Mith Samlanh)
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading books
- Listening to Hot News
- Searching Internet
- Learning English
Timeline
Head Chef
Eleven One Kitchen
01.2023 - 12.2026
Executive Chef
Rokku Sushi Lounge +Bistro
01.2016 - 12.2023
Executive Chef
The Shop Restaurant
08.2012 - 11.2015
Head Chef
The Shop Restaurant
01.2007 - 01.2012
Western Chef Assistant
Northbridge International School
02.2002 - 10.2005
Western and Asian Chef Assistant
Northbridge International School
01.2002 - 01.2005
Cooking Course -
Mit Samlagn Organization
High School - General Knowledge
Wat Phnom Secondary School