Ka Youa Moua
Maison Vu LLC / Weng's Kitchen
Fort Worth,TX
2
Languages
2027
years of professional experience
Accomplished Chef with expertise in food safety compliance, kitchen operations, and inventory management. Specializes in quality control and sanitation, ensuring efficient service during peak hours. Proven leader in staff training and customer service, enhancing daily operations and guest satisfaction. Detail-oriented in menu execution and safe food handling, maintaining organized and hygienic work environments.
Work History
Chef
11 Months- Executed diverse menu items with precision and creativity to delight guests.
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety protocols, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of food storage and preparation areas to uphold hygiene.
- Operated kitchen equipment to enhance productivity during peak service hours.
- Prepared fresh ingredients to enhance dish quality during service.
- Ensured food temperatures met safety regulations during preparation.
- Sanitized workstations and tools to ensure a safe cooking environment.
- Followed recipes and prep lists during busy service
- Maintained clean work environment through strict adherence to sanitation policies.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Checked quality of raw materials to ensure freshness and safety before use..
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing to ensure adherence to recipes and presentation standards.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Prepared and stocked diced vegetables and fruits for efficient service during busy hours..
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Accurately pack food items to ensure quality and freshness for customer satisfaction
- Implement proper sanitation procedures to uphold hygiene standards in food handling
Restaurant Owner
4 Years- Managed daily operations for Jimmy's Big Burger under Moua Corporation
- Oversaw all aspects of restaurant operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency
- Coordinated staff schedules and managed inventory to enhance daily operations
- Supervised kitchen staff and front-of-house service standards
- Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain service levels and support guest needs.
- Delivered exceptional dining experiences by addressing customer needs and feedback promptly
- Handled customer concerns and resolved service issues
- Implemented service standards that enhanced customer satisfaction and loyalty
- Trained and mentored staff to uphold high service standards and operational excellence
- Trained employees on food preparation and guest service
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to foster professional growth and teamwork
- Coordinated food purchasing, inventory control, and vendor orders
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Maintained health, safety, and sanitation compliance
- Prepared financial reports to monitor revenue, expenses, and profitability trends
- Monitored payroll, scheduling, and operating budgets
- Monitored accounts receivable and payable records to maintain effective cash flow management.
- Maintained relationships with suppliers and distributors in order to secure best deals on orders placed.
- Performed regular inspections of kitchen facilities to ensure cleanliness, safety requirements are met as well as adherence to health codes, regulations set by state, local government agencies.
- Developed menu items and updated burger shop offerings
Team Leader
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to assess team member contributions and growth.
- Provided constructive feedback to enhance individual performance and team dynamics.
- Fostered collaboration among team members to achieve project goals efficiently.
- Managed project timelines to facilitate on-time completion of deliverables and milestones.
- Coordinated resources and tasks to optimize workflow and meet project deadlines.
- Managed daily shift operations for Rosenberger production line teams to optimize performance.
- Organized work assignments between assembly and inspection stations to ensure timely task completion.
- Oversaw quality checks to maintain adherence to Rosenberger's established standards.
- Empowered team members to enhance customer satisfaction and support retention and growth.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting
Skills
Food safety regulations
Sanitation practices
Kitchen equipment operation
Quality inspection
Portion control
Inventory management
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
Hmong
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Chef
Maison Vu LLC / Weng's Kitchen
09.2025 - 08.2026Read More
Restaurant Owner
Moua Corporation / Jimmy's Big Burger
12.2015 - 12.2019Read More
Team Leader
Rosenberger
2009 - 2015Read More
Brooklyn Park Technical College
Associate of Science from Accounting
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