Hazel Minjeong Kang

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Hello, I’m Hazel Minjeong Kang, a Head Chef Manager and educator with a strategic, efficiency-driven approach.

About

Hello, I’m Hazel Minjeong Kang, a Head Chef Manager and educator with a strategic, efficiency-driven approach. I value structure, growth, and mastery, and I apply INTJ style long term thinking, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement to kitchen operations and team leadership.

I excel in fast paced, high stakes environments and adapt well to diverse cultural settings. Outside the kitchen, I teach Korean, swim, and perform as a singer, bringing creativity, reliability, and strong communication to every role I undertake.

  • 8 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Languages

  • KoreanFluent
  • EnglishFluent
  • ItalianBeginner

Industry experience

  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 6 roles

Korean Language Teacher (part time) · Dublin Korean School (Griffith College)Sep 2025 – Present · 1 yr 3 mos

Teach Korean language and culture in an organised and engaging manner; adapt teaching methods to different learning styles.

Swimming Teacher & Supervisor & Lifeguard · Leisure Training IrelandMar 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

Swimming Teacher & Supervisor & Lifeguard (part time).

Swimming Teacher & Supervisor & Lifeguard · Trackstart Swim Academy | Trinity College Sports CentreSep 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 3 mos

Deliver structured swimming lessons with a strong focus on safety and progression; supervise students and ensure safeguarding and water safety compliance; known for clear instruction, patience, and responsibility.

Head Chef Manager · Hana Group – Sushi GourmetJun 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 6 mos
Head Chef Manager (full time) · Kokoro Central KitchenMar 2020 – Jun 2021 · 1 yr 4 mos
Singer / Street Performer · Dublin City CentreSep 2018 – Jan 2020 · 1 yr 5 mos

Education

Bachelor of Fine Art (QQI Level 8) · Seoul Institute of the Arts2016 – 2017
Associate Degree of Arts (QQI Level 6) · Seoul Institute of the Arts2013 – 2016
Applied Music – Vocal Performance & Teaching · Seoul Institute of the Arts2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards· 9

RLSS Lifeguard Certification2025 – 2026
Level 2 Full Swim Teacher Certificate – Water Safety Ireland2024 – 2026
Safeguarding 1 – Sport Ireland2024 – 2026
STA Level 2 Award in Teaching Swimming2023 – 2026

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