MEGAT MOHAMAD KHAIRUL HALIM
CHEF
KUALA LUMPUR
Summary
Seasoned Executive Chef with a proven track record at Lucky Bo Malaysian Steak House, enhancing menu offerings and elevating dining experiences through expert menu planning and kitchen staff management. Leveraged team leadership and fine dining skills to boost catering services revenue, emphasizing quality and customer satisfaction. Skillfully negotiated with vendors, ensuring top-notch ingredients without compromising budget. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Meticulous Chef eager to create unique and delicious dishes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good understanding of seamless dining experience for customers. Creative and dedicated to staying up-to-date with food trends.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Executive Chef
Lucky Bo Malaysian Steak House
04.2022 - Current
- Managed kitchen staff for efficient food production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes.
- Expanded catering services through strategic marketing efforts, increasing event bookings and revenue streams.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
Sous Chef
Vouge KL Gateway
08.2021 - 04.2022
- 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.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- 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.
Chef De Cuisine
Cantaloupe Troika Sky Dining
11.2012 - 07.2021
- Regularly reviewed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement or adjustments to menu offerings based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Managed budgetary constraints by negotiating favorable vendor contracts without sacrificing ingredient quality or availability during seasonal fluctuations.
- Implemented creative daily specials to showcase unique ingredients or techniques while maintaining consistent customer favorites.
- Forecasted seasonal staffing levels and interviewed and hired new staff members.
- Increased overall food quality by sourcing premium ingredients from trusted suppliers while managing cost controls effectively.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
Commis
Park Royal
02.2008 - 02.2011
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
- Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
TAYLORS COLLEGE
SUBANG JAYA 04.2001 -
Skills
Safe Food Handling
Sanitation Guidelines
Team Leadership
Menu Planning
Kitchen Management
Kitchen Staff Management
Meal Preparation
Food Prep Planning
Fine Dining
Vendor Relations
Process Improvements
Food pairing
Food Preparing, Plating, and Presentation
Timeline
Executive Chef
Lucky Bo Malaysian Steak House
04.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
Vouge KL Gateway
08.2021 - 04.2022
Chef De Cuisine
Cantaloupe Troika Sky Dining
11.2012 - 07.2021
Commis
Park Royal
02.2008 - 02.2011
High School Diploma -
TAYLORS COLLEGE
04.2001 -
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