Menu Planning: Develop menus featuring a variety of Chinese dishes, including regional specialties such as Sichuan, Cantonese, Hunan, and Shandong cuisine. Create balanced menus that offer a mix of appetizers, soups, main courses, and desserts. Recipe Development: Develop and refine recipes for Chinese dishes, ensuring authenticity in flavor, texture, and presentation. Experiment with traditional cooking techniques, sauces, and seasoning blends to create innovative and memorable dishes. Food Preparation: Oversee the preparation and cooking of Chinese dishes, including stir-fries, steamed dishes, noodle soups, dumplings, and seafood specialties. Ensure that ingredients are fresh, properly prepped, and cooked to perfection. Ingredient Sourcing: Source high-quality ingredients and specialty items for Chinese cooking, including fresh produce, meats, seafood, tofu, and Chinese herbs and spices. Establish relationships with local suppliers and vendors to procure authentic Chinese ingredients. Kitchen Management: Manage kitchen operations, including staffing, scheduling, and inventory control. Supervise kitchen staff, provide training and guidance, and ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards. Wok Cooking: Master the art of wok cooking, a fundamental technique in Chinese cuisine known for its high heat and quick cooking times. Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure proper wok handling, timing, and seasoning of dishes. Dim Sum Production: Oversee the production of dim sum items, including dumplings, buns, and small plates, for brunch or special dining events. Train kitchen staff in dim sum techniques, such as dough rolling, filling preparation, and steaming. Sauces and Seasonings: Prepare and customize Chinese sauces and seasoning blends to enhance the flavor profile of dishes. Experiment with different combinations of soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, vinegar, and spices to achieve the desired taste. Presentation: Pay attention to plate presentation and garnishing to enhance the visual appeal of Chinese dishes. Use traditional serving platters, bowls, and utensils to create an authentic dining experience for guests. Customer Satisfaction: Interact with guests to understand their preferences and feedback regarding Chinese cuisine. Solicit feedback, address any concerns or complaints promptly, and strive to exceed guest expectations with exceptional food and service.