Chef Jeong Ji-sun Aims for KBS Entertainment Awards After Success on 'Black and White Chef'

Chef Jeong Ji-sun, known for her impressive work on 'Black and White Chef' and her appearances on 'Boss's Ears Are Donkeys' (사장님 귀는 당나귀 귀), is setting her sights on the KBS Entertainment Awards. In the upcoming episode of the KBS 2TV variety show airing on December 1, Jeong expressed her ambition, stating, "I was 'hot' this year," as she aims to follow up her Newcomer Award from last year with a win at this year's ceremony.

This episode will showcase the hectic daily life of the star chef, who juggles an intense schedule of three appointments a day. Jeong revealed that her restaurant serves an average of 300 to 400 customers daily, making it a popular hotspot that often requires patrons to arrive early to secure a meal. Viewers will be surprised to see her dedication as she arrives at her shop by 5 AM to prepare for the day ahead.

Adding a humorous touch, Jeong's makeup artist shared that applying her eyeliner is a meticulous process, requiring more effort than usual, which brought laughter to the set. Jeong also confidently requested, "Please make sure to do my makeup for the entertainment awards," highlighting her determination to win.

However, tensions are rising as Jeong faces labor disputes with her staff due to an overwhelming workload that has left them with only one day off in three weeks. Jeong reportedly defended herself, stating, "I also work from 5 AM to midnight," and emphasized the importance of self-care, revealing that she only sleeps 2 to 3 hours a day.

The resolution of these labor conflicts remains to be seen as 'Boss's Ears Are Donkeys' airs every Sunday at 4:40 PM. The show aims to foster a positive work environment through self-reflection and empathy among South Korean bosses. Recently, it achieved a peak viewership rating of 8%, maintaining its position as the number one program in its time slot for 131 consecutive weeks.