Diana Nguyen

"Show me your friends and I'll show you your future" -John Donne

Austin, Texas, United States

About

Experienced within the food/beverage & health/fitness industries Manager @ Knuckle Sandwich Private Chef offering custom meal prep in the Austin, TX area

Experience

  • General Manager at Knuckle sandwich
    Feb 2026 - Present · 5 mos

    Drive efficient service for a sandwich food truck serving high-volume lunch and event crowds Build, coach, and retain a reliable, service-focused team Maintain 100% compliance with food safety and operational standards Monitor sales, labor, and prep levels to maximize efficiency and profitability Maintain POS accuracy, cash handling, and daily sales reporting

  • Private Chef at Freelance
    Jan 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 6 mos

    I offer luxury in-home dining experiences as well as weekly meal prep

  • Meat Cutter at Texas Roadhouse
    Oct 2025 - Jan 2026 · 4 mos

    • Expertly cut, trimmed, and portioned up to 400–500 lbs of beef, and pork daily, ensuring consistent quality and Texas Roadhouse specs. • Maintain precise yield control, minimizing waste while maximizing usable product to support cost-effective operations. • Perform daily sharpening, calibration, and maintenance of knives and saws to ensure efficient and safe cutting. • Ensure proper rotation and storage (FIFO) to maintain food safety and product integrity. • Collaborate with kitchen and management teams to forecast needs, prevent shortages, and support smooth restaurant flow. • Manage inventory counts and placed accurate prep orders to maintain par levels for a high-volume location.

  • Sous Chef at CARVE American Grille
    Jun 2024 - Aug 2025 · 1 yr 3 mos

  • Sous Chef at North Italia
    Feb 2024 - Jun 2024 · 5 mos