Today we’d like to introduce you to Maurine Herman
Hi Maurine, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
In 2015 I made my first cheesecake for a party. It turned out so good, that I was excited to make some for my family, since we were all cheesecake lovers. I loved the process and started creating new flavors. I decided I wanted to start selling to friends and family, finding that I enjoyed having a passion project for myself while being a stay at home mom. I really enjoyed the ability to be creative in making the cheesecakes and decorating them so I started selling at markets and expos. I continued to grow and started booking weddings. In 2019 my dad asked if I wanted to start a food truck and when I agreed, we became business partners. We continued to grow through 2020, and we opened our first shop in Provo in August 2020. Now we have 4 shops and have grown bigger than I ever imagined. I have found so much fulfillment in creating and growing this business, I’ve been surprised how naturally it has all been for me, having not studied business or baking. I absolutely love that Momo’s brings high quality delicious cheesecakes to so many people and that my desserts bring people together and help create special memories
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
I don’t think starting your own business is ever without many struggles. In general it has been fairly smooth but it has taken so much hard work and dedication. Starting from nothing and growing to where we are has taken a lot of effort. We have had times where sales are not where we need and there is a lot of stress associated with that. Those months when it’s bad, I don’t get paid at all. There have been mistakes made with orders or production that I have shed many tears over. Working with my dad, my mom, and my husband is so rewarding, and wonderful most of the time. But I’m sure you can imagine at times it can be tricky and we have had many heated discussions. I’m grateful that working together has strengthened our relationships and we have been able to work together to make the company better. And I think all entrepreneurs struggle with self doubt. It takes a huge leap of faith in yourself and your abilities to start your own thing. I have had many nights not being able to sleep wondering if I am making the right decisions in the business.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Momo’s Gourmet Cheesecake ?
We just make cheesecake! Our cheesecake is creamy and comes in a variety of sizes. In our shops we offer 3 smaller sizes that customers can come purchase any time. We also offer custom orders in full size cheesecakes; and we do catering and weddings. You should see our 4 tier wedding cakes! We are unique in a few ways. We have 5 classic flavors that we have all the time, additionally we have 4 weekly flavors so there’s always something new to try. Second, our 2 smaller sizes are baked in cups so they are convenient single servings rather than slices. Third we use high quality ingredients and make everything in house. You have to try our fresh strawberry, raspberry, and caramel sauces. I am most proud of our product. I have worked hard to perfect the recipe of my cheesecakes from top to bottom; our buttery graham crust, our creamy cheesecake, our toppings, and even the whipped cream. We have over 60 flavors so everyone is able to find something they like.
We all have a different way of looking at and defining success. How do you define success?
Success for me at Momo’s has been a number of things combined. Our business has been making a profit since the very beginning, we have no debt, and we are able to pay ourselves. We continue to grow in sales each year. We provide around 20-25 jobs for those in our community and I work really hard to make it a good place to work where my employees are happy. I find happiness and fulfillment in my role and my accomplishments at Momo’s. And most of all the thousands of cheesecakes that are enjoyed by so many people, and the way they enhance the special occasions they are part of. I get so much enjoyment getting reviews and messages from people telling me about their experiences. It means the world to me that friends and family gather around our cheesecakes and Mom’s is part of these special moments and memories
Pricing:
- 4 pack minis $13.99
- 4 pack cuties $26.99
- 4″ personal $13.99
- 8″ cheesecake $39.99
Contact Info:
- Website: https://momoscheesecakes.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momogourmetcheesecakes/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/momogourmetcheesecakes
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/momos-gourmet-cheesecake-south-jordan-south-jordan?osq=momos+cheesecake
