Sione Moonia
Maui,Hawaii
Summary
Exceptional Head Chef with superb understanding of recipes and food cooking methods. Specialties include determining proper portions, menu planning and managing food inventory. Passionate about food and hospitality. Skillfully manage kitchen and food preparation areas. Accomplished Chef with 10plus years of comprehensive experience working in the food service industry. Adept at strictly monitoring kitchen activities and meeting health code standards. Specialties in creating menus. Strong organizational, leadership and management skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Head Chef
Sheraton Maui Resort
Maui, Hawaii
11.2019 - Current
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
Executive Sous Chef
Beach House And Grill
Maui, Hawaii
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Established and updated staff schedules and assignments to optimize coverage of peak times.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation and safety processes.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
Head Chef
Honu Seafood
Lahaina, Hawaii
03.2013 - 10.2018
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Collaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
- Forecasted supply needs and estimated costs.
- Collaborated with other personnel to produce and modify menus and selections.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Hospitality Administration And Management
American InterContinental University
Phoenix, AZ06.2024
High School Diploma -
Nuuulii Poly Tech
American Samoa05.2007
Skills
- Quality Assessments
- Inventory and Supply Management
- Special Events and Catering
- Instruction and Delegation
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Dish Preparation
- Scheduling Equipment Repairs
- Inventory Rotation
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Equipment Purchasing
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Standards Compliance
- Contamination Prevention
- Recipe Development
- Quality Control and Oversight
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Staff Recruiting and Hiring
- Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
- Corrective Actions
- Operational Reports
- Critical Thinking
- Staff Meetings
- Work Assignments
- Banquets and Catering
- High-Volume Environments
- Kitchen Preparation
- Active Listening
- Restaurant Operation
- Guest Satisfaction
- Menu Item Pricing
- Cooking Technique Demonstrations
- Servsafe Certified
- Opening and Closing Skills
Timeline
Banquet Head Chef
Sheraton Maui Resort
11.2019 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Beach House And Grill
08.2018 - 05.2019
Head Chef
Honu Seafood
03.2013 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Business Administration - Hospitality Administration And Management
American InterContinental University
High School Diploma -
Nuuulii Poly Tech
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