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Kay Chan

@kaychan
West Palm Beach, United States
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Head Chef+2

About

I’m a passionate chef with an Asian background and formal Italian culinary training, who loves cooking with intention and purpose. I take pride in making food from scratch, using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients to create dishes that are both delicious and well balanced. I enjoy thoughtful cooking that reflects care, technique, and genuine respect for ingredients.

Personal Details

Age31 years
GenderFemale

Career Objective

To create exceptional culinary experiences that highlight fresh, seasonal ingredients and showcase my skills as a chef.

Passports

Hong Kong

Visas

B1

Hobbies & Interests

In my free time, I enjoy maintaining an active lifestyle and spending time outdoors. I like watching sports, particularly rugby and ice hockey, and I am a beginner but enthusiastic surfer whenever conditions allow. I also love exploring local food cultures and wine when I travel, drawing inspiration from regional ingredients, traditions, and producers.

Experience

Sole Chef

Mar 2025 - Jan 2026
M/Y Emelina

Cooks for up to 12 crew members and 12 guests, varying styles from family buffet to elegant plated 3-course. Manages provisioning and budgeting independently. Caters to dietary preferences e.g. gluten free, pescatarian.

Sous Chef

Jan 2024 - Sep 2024
M/Y B3

Prepared varied, healthy lunch and dinner for 12-member international crew. Maintained order and cleanliness in food storage space.

Stagieur

Jul 2023 - Jul 2023
Unknown

Prepared mise-en-place and followed the service for the pasta and entree station.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Ships Cook Certificate
Food Hygiene Level III

Languages

EnglishFluent
ItalianConversational

References

2 references

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