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Simon_Leung 3T WIS 
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I've just got back from my early orientation with every department head. I've also brought along 7 of my former colleagues from my old job,all of us were given a warm reception by everyone. The current staff will continue with their current positions as I didn't want to step on anyone's toes. As for my own crew, they'll be designated into various departments as I've mentioned before on Sat. Once I'm familiar with everyone and procedures things would settle down a bit. I am extremely proud of the fact, that I'll be working with some of Vancouver's Finest Chefs, Wait-Staff, Hosts/Hostesses, Sales and Catering Department and General Management Team. I have paid my dues in my career and now in this new chapter. It's all down to my experience as a former Cook, to show what I am capable of. I cannot disclose about pay...I will mention that is more than I've ever made. Thank you to all the 3T members and staff for their warm wishes in advance. Sincerely, Simon |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS 
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Awesome Simon. I don't get up to often anymore but next time I'm in town I'll have to look ya up. ;) |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS
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Better Idea, Skip. Perhaps one day the both of us could go down to Seattle, and see how many Korbeks we can bring back...goofy |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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LOL yea really. :cool: I need to get down there soon and visit my kid brother too. And visit a few of my old hang outs. And see how many new resuraunts have poped up. I miss living in Seattle some times. But the slow pace of this small town is nice. ;) |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS
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I've been to Seattle many times while driving to Oregon, California or Nevada-- in the past. Seattle is a :cool: place to dine, due to the fact that there are more restaurants in that side of the world...compared to Vancouver. I like to think of it (Seattle) as the Westcoast version of New York City,you have the music scene,you have the art scene and of course The Pike Place Market. I miss the fish-mongers at The Pike. |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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Yea I hate that my doctors wont let me drive. So many places in Seattle and King county for that fact to entertain yourself and dine. I lived down there for those who don't know 1969 to 1973 and again 1988 to 1999. Great area. Just got tired of the crowds and noise. Great place for a cook too. But you seem to be well setup their in Vancouver Simon. ;) |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS
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I don't consider myself to be well set-up,however if another opportunity arises in the next 5 years, who knows? Yes, I'll admit is nice to have friends in this town. The way I see it speaking from my personal perspective,the people over here are complainers or "Wanna-be Actors." At times it just makes me wanna walk around with duct-tape by my side and shut them up.:D I guess is pretty much the same everywhere you go. No, matter if it's a small town somewhere in the States or a big metropolitan area like Manhattan,Toronto or Montreal. You take the good with bad and separate yourself from the "fakes." I enjoy the work that I do otherwise I wouldn't of stuck with it for as long as I have for me to get to this point. Life's too short to be bitter.  |
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murphy j 3T WIS 
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Glad to hear things have taken a real upswing for you Simon. hand6.gif |
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Upside 3T WIS 
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Good news for you ineed! I'm lucky enough to visit Vancouver at least once a year (being a former resident). Do we get to know the location of your fine cuisine so we may sample it? |
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scottran 3T WIS 
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Upside wrote: Good news for you ineed! I'm lucky enough to visit Vancouver at least once a year (being a former resident). Do we get to know the location of your fine cuisine so we may sample it?Upside, I see your from AB. I bought an old john deere from a fellow in Crossfield just north of Calgary. I drove all the way from PA to there to get it. Beautiful country up there. Are you familiar with this area? My only problem was it was July1 and I couldnt find a hotel room so I had to drive all the way to Sweet Grass MT. to a rest stop to sleep. Hope to go back sometime. |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS
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scottran wrote: Upside wrote:I'm longer working in the kitchen anymore,since I've became the Food and Beverage Director...for those who are planning a vacation on the Westcoast of Canada.Good news for you ineed! I'm lucky enough to visit Vancouver at least once a year (being a former resident). Do we get to know the location of your fine cuisine so we may sample it?Upside, I see your from AB. I bought an old john deere from a fellow in Crossfield just north of Calgary. I drove all the way from PA to there to get it. Beautiful country up there. Are you familiar with this area? My only problem was it was July1 and I couldnt find a hotel room so I had to drive all the way to Sweet Grass MT. to a rest stop to sleep. Hope to go back sometime. Here are a few suggestions for Fine French Cuisine: Le Crocodile: address 100-909 Burrard St. Vancouver Tel: 604-669-4298 Fax:604-669-4207 *I've never worked there but it is a Vancouver Favourite. Fine Italian Cuisine: 1) Don Francesco: address 860 Burrard St. Vancouver Tel:604-685-7770 e-mail: information@donfrancesco.ca 2) Cioppino's Mediterranean Grill: address 1133 Hamilton St. Vancouver Tel:604-688-7466 Owned by Renowned Chef/Owner Pino Posteraro Japanese Cuisine: Tojo's: address 1133 W. Broadway Vancouver Tel:1-604-872-8050 Fax:1-604-872-8060 e-mail: info@tojos.com For those who are inexperienced with Japanese Food I highly recommend the Omakase (Oma-ka-see). Lists of Holidays in Vancouver for 2008: May 19: Victoria Day: Queen Victoria's Birthday July 1st Canada Day: National Holiday Aug.1st B.C. Day: Civic Holiday to commemorate the Province of British Columbia into the Confederation of Canada. Sept.1: Labour Day These are just remiders that Banking Institutions are closed but shopping centers and restaurants are open. Please book your hotel reservations in advance for the summer as this is the height of cruise ship season to Alaska. Low season starts in October - March...for value seekers. For itenararies please check with your Concierge or front desk clerk at your local hotel. Currency: $1 USD = $1 Can. at Par at Hotels,Restaurants and shopping. Currency Exchange: Please see banks or google Currency Converters for daily rates. Lists of Hotels Recommendations in Vancouver: The Four Seasons-4 Diamond Operation The Fairmont Waterfront -4 Diamond OPeration The Pan-Pacific-5 Diamond Operation The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver-4 Diamond OPeration Spring 2009: Shangri-La *Need further assistance: Please feel free without hesitation to click on my Profile to access my email... Simon |
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Upside 3T WIS
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scottran wrote: Upside wrote:Good news for you ineed! I'm lucky enough to visit Vancouver at least once a year (being a former resident). Do we get to know the location of your fine cuisine so we may sample it?Upside, I see your from AB. I bought an old john deere from a fellow in Crossfield just north of Calgary. I drove all the way from PA to there to get it. Beautiful country up there. Are you familiar with this area? My only problem was it was July1 and I couldnt find a hotel room so I had to drive all the way to Sweet Grass MT. to a rest stop to sleep. Hope to go back sometime. Well I hope you come back too! I haven't spent to much time around Crossfield, I'm usually in to much of a hurry to get up by Edmonton. I imagine a drive from PA would be full of fantastic views. I keep telling myself I have to visit the 'badlands' again. That would be around Drumheller. I happen to like that landscape because it's so different. The foothills around here are great for hiking and camping etc but I like the desolation of arid country for some reason. Hoodoos, and snakes and dinosaur bones and stuff. Funny that you're from PA, I seemed to have run in to 3-4 people from Allentown in the last month or so. Maybe it's a sign to go visit. |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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Congrats Simon!...it is always great to hear when good things happen to good people!  |
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scottran 3T WIS
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Upside wrote: scottran wrote:Upside wrote:Good news for you ineed! I'm lucky enough to visit Vancouver at least once a year (being a former resident). Do we get to know the location of your fine cuisine so we may sample it?Upside, I see your from AB. I bought an old john deere from a fellow in Crossfield just north of Calgary. I drove all the way from PA to there to get it. Beautiful country up there. Are you familiar with this area? My only problem was it was July1 and I couldnt find a hotel room so I had to drive all the way to Sweet Grass MT. to a rest stop to sleep. Hope to go back sometime. Well, if you ever do decide to visit PA be sure to let me know and maybe we can meet up. I am about 60 east of Pittsburgh, a little bit of everything around here. |
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