Career & Professional Portfolio & Project Highlights

"I believe that our world is better place when everyone can free their minds to see endless possibilities. To see a problem as opportunities – a puzzle with multiple solutions. I believe in enriching lives and empowering people through constant ideation, experimentation, analysis, and innovation.” - Austin Cheung


Marica Seafood Restaurant, Oakland, CA 94618

Marica Seafood Restaurant, Oakland, CA 94618

General Manager of Operations & Marketing

Marica Restaurant was established by my family in 2000. Marica is a local neighborhood restaurant that attracts local neighbors as well as visitors from afar. This Oakland local gem is known for great seafood Dishes, New American Cuisine, top notch service, and cozy feel. It is top ranked on Yelp, TripAdvisor, and Zagat (Google) Guides.

Le Jarre Baking Company. Oakland, CA 94618

Le Jarre Baking Company. Oakland, CA 94618

Co-Founder: Pastry Chef / Marketing / Strategy

Le Jarre Baking / Catering (2014-2018) Le Jarre was a company that my best friend, Betty Noeume, and I formed. The dream for the company was to make high-end, creative desserts, accessible, and affordable. The company specialized in wedding cakes, cupcakes, cookies, birthday cakes, jams, and souffles. 

Yelp, Inc. San Francisco, CA 94105

Yelp, Inc. San Francisco, CA 94105

Business Consultant: Product Development & Marketing

Yelp. Inc acquired Seatme in 2013 and was renamed "Yelp Reservations" in 2014. The online booking reservation platform assists restaurants by tying into their reviewing platform. On the business side, it allows restaurants to manage their reservation books, and accept reservations 24 hours a day.