James Soo Yong Kim

Enigma
DISC Type : idc

Executive Chef at LES DANGEREUX

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Overview

James Soo Yong Kim is an award-winning Executive Chef, Architectural Designer, and Creative Artist behind several acclaimed Abu Dhabi restaurants. As the head of Les Dangereux, winner of the 2024 Michelin Opening of the Year, he leverages his background in film studies from ArtCenter College of Design to create uniquely immersive dining experiences.

With deep interests in architecture and psychology, James applies social and biological principles to his designs. Before his culinary success, he spent a decade in fashion design, a background that continues to influence his multi-disciplinary approach to building experiences that go far beyond the menu.

He successfully pivoted from a decade-long career in fashion to become a Michelin-recognized executive chef who also handles the architectural and industrial design for his establishments.

Personality Overview

Persuasive & Assertive

Hard To Convince

Challenger

They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing  They are likely to ask many questions and look heavily for supporting proof as well as information.

Topics They Care About

Immersive Experience Design
His core philosophy is designing holistic experiences where the menu is a supporting actor to the architectural and psychological environment he creates for guests.
Architectural Psychology
He explicitly uses his understanding of human desires and fears to build brick-and-mortar expressions of these emotions, creating a specific vibe for his spaces.
Culinary Innovation
He is recognized for redefining Abu Dhabi's culinary landscape, creating fusion dishes like Cacio y pepe with Jordanian Jameed and constantly launching new menu concepts.

Media Appearances

James has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2022 - 5-2024
Executive Chef at LES DANGEREUX
1-2022 - 5-2024
Executive Chef at Mr Kim Korean BBQ and Gastrobar
4-2019 - 5-2024
CEO at White Hospitality Group
4-2019 - 5-2024
Chief Executive Officer at White Hospitality Group
4-2021 - 1-2023
Executive Chef / Owner at CAFE JAMES

Education

2000 - 2001
Film/Cinema/Video Studies from ArtCenter College of Design

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Insights For Selling To James Soo Yong

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be prepared for a mix of questions and inquisitiveness, answer them in the tone in which they have been asked
  • Use phrases like ‘clear evidence’, ‘data-based results’ etc.
  • Use a combination of data as well as stories for your pitch, a ppt might not be necessary

DONT's

  • Avoid making offhand commitments, understand the root of their concerns first
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously. They are easily deterred

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with James Soo Yong is

  • Proven value, strong objective evidence are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from James Soo Yong

  • They are practical and friendly, but can give a clear response with a little prodding

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will James Soo Yong move?

  • They like to be detailed, so unless they develop strong conviction, they can take their time to arrive at decisions
  • Can James Soo Yong take some risk or not?

  • They evaluate their decisions systematically and do not take risks that often, unless you can get them to develop strong conviction

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