CV
Ng Zhi Yi
2522, Taman Bahagia,
Lorong Inai 05050,
Alor Star, Kedah,
Malaysia.
E-mail: zhiyi_ng@hotmail.com
Phone: +974-3399 6170
Professional info
It started off as wanting to know how to appreciate the art of food and learning more instead of just eating and drinking. As I continued the journey of finding myself, my interest built fast as I came to realize each dish or glass of drink had stories behind them. The artistic point of view fueled my passion and I decided to specialize in the Food and Beverage industry.
Being eager to learn and constantly curious gives me the drive and motivation to explore the unknown and pick up new things and skills along the way. Even so, I had some difficulties sitting myself down and picking a sole specialty from the vast field of hospitality. I sometimes feel overwhelmed and am unable to make a decision on where to begin as there is so much to choose and learn from. I understand that in due time I will be exposed to all of these themes and topics but I struggled in picking my starting point. I understand I can't do everything at the same time and fortunately, after careful deliberation, I have made my decision because there were so many things I wanted to discover and skills I wanted to enhance.
Nevertheless, I love being in this industry as I meet new faces frequently and have the opportunity to gain wisdom from them. Their ideas, culture, behavior, and way of life are all so unique. I believe each person carries their own irreplaceable story which is worth so much and I am so grateful that I have had the privilege to hear so many.
"There is are no foreign lands, it is only the traveler who is foreign."
- Elephant, Koh Lipe, Thailand
A new place is just another land with different scenery, but the people you meet are unique which makes the new land extraordinary.
Languages
English
Mandarin
Malay
Hokkien
French
Cantonese-Basic
Skills
Photography
Microsoft Words
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Powerpoint
MICROS POS System
Scuba Diving - Open Water
Resume & Certificates
Work experience
Server in Nobu Doha by Four Seasons Hotel Doha
February 2019 - Present
Doha, Qatar
The second phase of service under Nobu undergoes training about more details of food knowledge by identifying flavor and texture profiles, food allergies and able to convey them into an extraordinary dining experience for guests dining in Nobu restaurant. Pacing the dining duration depends on guests experience while delivering the message from the kitchen to the guests through the cuisines prepared and delivered by the team.
Server Assistant in Nobu Doha by Four Seasons Hotel Doha
June 2018 - February 2019 (8 months)
Doha, Qatar
An exciting journey to venture with Four Seasons Hotel and Nobu which carries high expectations from the 5 stars luxury service in the industry. This journey starts with intense training from the Nobu team shaping each individual to be highly professional in order to meet par with their brand culture and standards from scratch. They were inclusive of service bussing, food running, product knowledge from their elaborated food and beverage menu, service standard, constant buyout event, and functions within the premises. An opportunity is given as a trainer and is part of the training programme for the juniors after title as a senior in the busser and food runner team.
Stagiaire en Les Domaine Paul Mas et Côté Mas
March 2017 – January 2018 (11 months)
Montagnac, France
An internship opportunity with Les Domaines Paul Mas, a considered flagship wine brand in South of France. This 11-months covers a big part of experience working in their gastronomic restaurant, Bistrot and Wine Cellar of Côté Mas and vineyard working during the budburst, flowering and harvesting season.
Trainee in Four Seasons Resort Langkawi.
January 2016 – March 2016 (3 months)
Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia
Second time in the resort. Assigned in the Signature Restaurant - Ikan-Ikan to assist the operations. Finally also assigned to the In-villa Dining department to learn the operation workings
Intern in ENTWINE CONSULTANCY
January 2015 – March 2015 (3 months)
Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia
Assisting and learn from Mr. Thomas Ling, the founder of the company to meeting more people in the industry and observe the trends as well as improve my knowledge towards the food and beverage industry in Malaysia.
Trainee in Four Seasons Resort Langkawi.
January 2014 – June 2014 (6 months)
Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia
First internship opportunity for my Diploma. Excellent experience for 6months in the Food & Beverage Division in the resort. Providing personalized service and engaging with the guest in the Serai Restaurant (Italian Restaurant).
Kitchen helper / Waiter in Fresh Fresh Fruit Tea Experts
March 2012 – May 2012 (3 months)
Understanding of how a restaurant works. From the preparation, planning, operation, and closing restaurant. Assigned to assist customer needs and food preparation in the kitchen.
Education
Taylor's University Lakeside Campus
August 2014 - June 2017
Bachelor of International Hospitality Management (Hons)
KDU College Penang
August 2012 - June 2014
IMI Diploma in International Hospitality and Tourism Management.
SMJK Keat Hwa
January 2007 - December 2011
PMR, SPM