Meet The Team

Hello everyone, it’s my pleasure to introduce myself as the General Manager of Seoul Belly, Benjamin. Seoul Belly is a restaurant concept my team and I created with the hopes of inspiring cultural interactions between Korea and the local community while at the same time reintroducing some familiar flavors the locals may correctly identify as Mexican. I’m a longtime Vegas local with family ties to Los Angeles, and by extension, Honduras and El Salvador. I am tremendously excited to show all of our physical guests the skills that we have cultivated in our years in UNLV’s Hospitality Undergraduate program. Of course, I am also excited to share all of our experiences in the Bistro 410 course to all those interested in Seoul Belly’s path from concept to our official first service to the public.

Hey everyone! My name is Zoey and I’m the marketing manager at Seoul Belly! I’m from Buffalo, NY but have been in Vegas for about 4 years now! I’m so thankful I can put my creative skills to good use through the opening process of Seoul Belly. And I’m so excited to bring a unique experience to the local community that I now call home.

Hello, I really appreciate this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Sonny and I am executive chef at Seoul Belly. I come from Seoul so I will try to create an awesome event using our unique experience and passion. I am so excited to work with my amazing team. And I’m looking forward to having you guys on our journey. See you soon.

Hello everyone, my name is Luis, I’m excited to embrace the opportunity to immerse myself in the culinary world as a Sous Chef for this capstone course. Anticipate the hands-on experience of collaborating with seasoned chefs, refining my skills, and navigating the fast-paced kitchen environment. This unique chance promises a day filled with culinary creativity, teamwork, and the thrill of bringing flavors to life.

Hi everyone! My name is Megan and I am the dining room manager of Seoul Belly. I am from Taipei, Taiwan and this is my third year in Vegas. I am very excited to participate in this event as a team and provide a unique experience to all of our guests!

Hi! My name is Eun Yong. I was born and raised in Korea, but it has been almost 10 years of living in the United States. My position at Seoul Belly is Kitchen Manager! The course will likely offer insights into streamlining kitchen operations. Being more efficient not only improves the service speed but also the overall guest experience. Improving my ability to lead and manage a kitchen team effectively is key. A well-coordinated team ensures a smooth operation and a pleasant dining experience for guests. Also, the opportunity to learn and experiment with new recipes and cooking techniques is thrilling. It allows me to enhance the dining experience for guests with innovative and delightful dishes. Thank you so much!

Hey everyone, my name is Nicholas and I will be your bar manager at Seoul Belly! I’m very excited to take on this project and witness everything come to fruition. I was born in California but grew up in Las Vegas and got to experience a unique melting pot of cultures which is ultimately what this project encompasses. I’m looking forward to every step of the journey and welcome everyone to join in for the ride!