Rookie Chef with the Magic Touch

For years, Kang Seonghoon has worked as a lowly kitchen assistant at Jewelria, a struggling third-rate hotel. Enduring the relentless demands of the culinary world without recognition, his confidence has eroded to match his insignificant position on the staff. The unforgiving environment of the kitchen has left him beaten down, making it difficult for him to envision a future where he is anything more than a subordinate following orders. However, Seonghoon harbors an extraordinary secret that sets him apart from every other cook in the industry. With a single touch, he possesses the unique ability to perceive the hidden "memory" of any ingredient, granting him an unparalleled understanding of food that no amount of traditional training could provide. This remarkable gift elevates his potential far beyond his current station, offering a glimpse of true culinary brilliance waiting to be unleashed. Despite this hidden advantage, surviving the brutal realities of professional cooking requires more than just raw talent. As the intense pressures of the kitchen threaten to consume him, Seonghoon faces a critical crossroads. He must decide whether to harness his mysterious power to overcome life’s grueling hardships and rise above his circumstances, or abandon his culinary ambitions entirely and walk away from the heat for good.