Background
Experienced hospitality professional with 15+ years in high-volume restaurants, cafés, and international hotel operations across Bali, Dubai and the UK. Specialised in restaurant pre-openings, kitchen leadership, menu engineering, cost control, staff development, and operational management. Currently leading operations at Curry Traders Bali while overseeing the opening and management of two restaurant concepts. Known for combining strong culinary execution with commercially focused management.
Job experience
September 2022 - present
Head Chef/Restaurant General ManagerPT Moonage Daydream - Curry Traders Restaurant and Bar
Bali, Indonesia
• Lead daily restaurant operations, kitchen management, staffing, procurement, and service standards.
• Overseeing the opening and successful operational development of two restaurant concepts.
• Manage budgeting, supplier negotiations, food cost control, and profitability targets.
• Develop menus, SOPs, training systems, and quality assurance procedures.
March 2022 - September 2022
Food & Beverage Consultant - pre openingLago Bali
Bali, Indonesia
• Consulted on café design, kitchen setup, recruitment, and operational systems.
• Implemented SOPs, menu engineering, supplier agreements, and quality control standards.
November 2015 - March 2022
Head Chef/Restaurant ManagerCafe Vespa
Bali, Indonesia
• Managed kitchen and restaurant operations for a high-volume hospitality venue.
• Led menu planning, budgeting, hygiene compliance, training, and revenue optimisation.
• Implemented operational improvements and cost-reduction strategies.
December 2015 - October 2014
Commis Chef/PICMarriott Executive Apartments
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
• Handled menu development, food costing, scheduling, staff training, and supplier management.
• Supported retreats and events with tailored catering operations.
April 2008 - June 2010
Baker/Stock ControllerTesco
London, UK
Education
Hotel OperationsDiploma2006 - 2008
