Minh Thang Hoang
Toronto
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at My Favorite Thai BBQ, excelling in food preparation and menu planning. Proven ability to maintain high sanitation standards while enhancing customer service. Recognized for effectively managing food costs and implementing quality assurance practices, ensuring exceptional dining experiences in fast-paced environments.
Professional culinary expert with strong background in assisting kitchen operations and food preparation. Adept at collaborating with team members to ensure seamless service and high-quality results. Skilled in maintaining kitchen organization, adhering to hygiene standards, and supporting chefs with precision and adaptability. Recognized for reliability, flexibility, and passion for culinary excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef Assistant
My Favorite Thai BBQ
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for a safe kitchen environment.
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
Cook
Pil Nong Thai
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Senior Cook
Zoey Group
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Consistently met or exceeded daily production goals while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Managed food costs by sourcing ingredients from local suppliers and negotiating pricing agreements.
- Implemented proper food handling procedures, ensuring the safety of all dishes served to guests.
- Assisted in the design of weekly specials, incorporating seasonal ingredients for maximum freshness.
Sushi Chef
Nome Izakaya
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Contributed to a safe, clean work environment by adhering to strict food safety guidelines and maintaining a spotless workspace at all times.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues through clear communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Bartender
Petit Potato
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Server
Korean Grill House
12.2018 - 03.2020
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Education
High School Diploma -
George Brown College
Toronto, None04-2024
Skills
- Food preparation
- Menu planning
- Sanitation practices
- Customer service
- Time management
- Quality assurance
Certification
- Certified Professional - Food Safety (CP-FS) - National Environmental Health Association.
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification - National Restaurant Association.
- ON Driver's License
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Timeline
Chef Assistant
My Favorite Thai BBQ
02.2024 - 03.2025
Cook
Pil Nong Thai
11.2023 - 02.2024
Senior Cook
Zoey Group
07.2023 - 09.2023
Sushi Chef
Nome Izakaya
05.2022 - 07.2023
Bartender
Petit Potato
03.2021 - 04.2022
Server
Korean Grill House
12.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
George Brown College
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