Kawen Suhang

Experienced Head Chef with 18+ years in international 4 – and 5 -star hotel, including Hilton brand. Proven track record in Leading high – volume kitchens, controlling food cost and delivering consistent guest satisfaction. Expert in American Japanese, Italian, and international cuisine, with strong focus on HACCP, operational efficiency and team development. Known for building disciplined teams, improving kitchen performance and supporting successful preopening operations.

Head Chef at Hilton Bahrain- Claw BBQ (2025-01 – Present)

Lead full kitchen operations for high- volume American BBQ restaurant.

• Lead full kitchen operations for high- volume American BBQ restaurant.
• Manage food cost, purchasing, and supplier coordination.
• Drive menu execution and maintain Hilton brand standards.
• Train and lead kitchen team to ensure consistency and quality.
• Maintain strict hygiene, HACCP, and food safety compliance.

Head Chef at Double Tree by Hilton, Doha (2019-01 – 2025-01)

Managed daily kitchen operations in busy hotel environment.

• Managed daily kitchen oprations in busy hotel environment.
• Reduced food cost and improved kitchen efficiency.
• Developed menu and seasonal promotions
• Led multicultural team and ensured quality standards.

Sous Chef at Hilton Doha (2017-01 – 2019-01)

Supervised food preparation and kitchen operations

• Supervised food preparation and kitchen operations
• Supported menu development and staff training
• Ensured compliance with hygine and safety standard

Junior Sous Chef at Fairmont Hotel – Catch Dubai (2015-01 – 2017-01)

Supervsed daily kitchen oprations in fine dining

• Supervsed daily kitchen oprations in fine dining
• Ensured food quality, consistency and presentation
• Supported menu development and cost control
• Trained junior chefs and maintained HACCP standards

Chef De Partie at Third Avenue Café, Dubai Mall (2012-01 – 2015-01)

Managed kitachen section independly

• Managed kitachen section independly
• Maintained food quality, consistency and presentation
• Supported menu development and kitchen oprations

Demi chef de Partie at Caffe Ristretto Dubai (2007-01 – 2011-01)

Demi chef de Partie role in fine dining establishment

Commis Chef at Birta Café & Restaurant

Commis Chef role in café and restaurant

Professional Chef Course in Culinary Arts – Everest Institute (2006-01 – 2006-01)

Hotel Management in Hotel Management

Higher Secondary Education