Hi, I’m
Moses Adene
Culinary Consultant and Kitchen Systems Architect
Birmingham
If you don’t become the ocean you’ll be seasick every day.
Leonard Cohen
Summary
Dynamic and innovative Head Chef with over 8 years of extensive experience in the culinary field and kitchen start-up consultancy. Specialized in Italian and Caribbean cuisines with a flair for modern British and French culinary styles. Known for exceptional skills in kitchen operations management, health code compliance, and creating high-paced service environments. Proven ability in people management, start-up consultancy, and process optimization, contributing to substantial business growth and team efficiency in diverse culinary settings.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
5
Certification
Work History
Brandon Hall Hotel And Spa
Snr. Sous Chef
2023.02 - Current (3 education.years_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Trained and onboarded 10 new stuff members in cooking techniques and food safety
- Spearheaded the development of seasonal menu, resulting in a increase in revenue and customer feedback satisfaction within 2 months
- Reduced kitchen expenses by almost by locating new suppliers and menu items.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
Marisco & Torta W/ John Burton-Race
B.O.H. Setup Senior Consultant/Process Associate
2023.02 - 2023.11 (9 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Coordinated the operations on a project with Michelin starred chef John Burton-Race
- Consulted in the set up and development phase to launch of a new restaurant and food market, focusing on team management, menu planning, process mapping, optimization and documentation
- Developed relationships with sourcing clients to ensure best quality produce while reducing cost and get further discounts.
- Created the operational manual for the entire business detailing every operational detail for the business.
- Developed custom solutions based upon clients' strict requirements.
Mercato Metropolitano
Assistant Market Development Head Chef
2021.11 - 2023.02 (1 education.year_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Conducted R&D for new dishes, ensuring quality and compliance for over 44 food traders.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
West Indian Bake Co.
Business Analyst// Head Chef
2021.11 - 2023.02 (1 education.year_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- After a brief consultancy job with the company transitioned into a permanent role of head chef.
- Strategically priced menu items to enhance sales while promoting sustainability
- Analysed and optimised kitchen costs to align with financial objectives
- Applied honed problem-solving skills to analyze and resolve issues impacting business operations and goal achievement.
- I proceeded to head the establishment leading it to expansion with a second branch
- Devised promotional menus, resulting in a 2.8% increase in revenue and a threefold increase in kitchen productivity.
German Kraft
Bar Supervisor(Part Time)
2022.04 - 2022.10 (6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Rapidly advanced from bartender to supervisor, tripling service efficiency and organization
- Developed and implemented promotional events and specials, driving significant sales growth
- Boosted atmosphere and customer experience exponentially.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
Chelsea Arts Club | Ldn.
Sous Chef
2020.03 - 2020.03
Hakkasan |Ldn.
Chef De Partie
2019.09 - 2020.03 (6 education.months_Label)
Mucci's | Ldn.
Chef De Partie
2019.01 - 2019.09 (8 education.months_Label)
Education
CPD CertificationLondon
Associate of Arts from Level 5 Restaurant Management QLS Certified
01.2024
QLS CPD CertifiedLondon
Associate of Arts from Level 5 Project Management Certificate
01.2024
Culinary Institute of AmericaCA, United States
Associate of Arts from ACCELERATED CULINARY ARTS CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
07.2023
CPD CertificationLondon
Associate of Arts from Level 3 Food Safety And Hygiene in Catering
01.2023
Origym
NVQ Level 4: Massage Therapy
11.2021
Lifetime Training
NVQLevel 4: Personal Training And Food Nutrition
04.2021
Rutgers
Certificate of Higher Education: Food Science
11.2019
University of LagosNigeria
Bachelor of Science from Surveying
08.2016
Skills
- Culinary Arts and Science
- Team Leadership and People Management
- Startup and Process Consultancy
- Staff Training and Development
- P&L Analysis and Commercial Budgeting
- Workflow optimisation and Efficiency Improvement
- Personal Alcohol License and Licensed SIA Operative
- Signature Dish Creation and Menu Development
- Reactive Labour Cost Management
- Vendor and Kitchen Management
- Food innovation and menu development
- Recipe standardization across multiple locations within the same chain
- Developing protocol for proper kitchen efficiency
- Cost Control
- Employee Scheduling
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety
- Customer Service
- Menu Planning
- Banquets and Catering
- Performance Tracking
- Failure Analysis
- Business Planning
- Timeline Development
- Chef consultations
- Problem-Solving
- Flexible and Adaptable
Certification
- Level 5 Management Certificate, 06/2022
- Leadership & Management Level 7 Advanced Diploma - QLS Endorsed, 10/2023
- Restaurant Management QLS Certified, 2024
- Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene in the Catering Industry, 2024
- Certified Culinary Consultant, 2022
Hobbies
DJ & Musician
Podcast Host
Small Buisness Owner
Availability
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Timeline
Snr. Sous Chef
Brandon Hall Hotel And Spa
2023.02 - Current (3 education.years_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
B.O.H. Setup Senior Consultant/Process Associate
Marisco & Torta W/ John Burton-Race
2023.02 - 2023.11 (9 education.months_Label)
Bar Supervisor(Part Time)
German Kraft
2022.04 - 2022.10 (6 education.months_Label)
Assistant Market Development Head Chef
Mercato Metropolitano
2021.11 - 2023.02 (1 education.year_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
Business Analyst// Head Chef
West Indian Bake Co.
2021.11 - 2023.02 (1 education.year_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
Sous Chef
Chelsea Arts Club | Ldn.
2020.03 - 2020.03
Chef De Partie
Hakkasan |Ldn.
2019.09 - 2020.03 (6 education.months_Label)
Chef De Partie
Mucci's | Ldn.
2019.01 - 2019.09 (8 education.months_Label)
CPD Certification
Associate of Arts from Level 5 Restaurant Management QLS Certified
QLS CPD Certified
Associate of Arts from Level 5 Project Management Certificate
Culinary Institute of America
Associate of Arts from ACCELERATED CULINARY ARTS CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
CPD Certification
Associate of Arts from Level 3 Food Safety And Hygiene in Catering
Origym
NVQ Level 4: Massage Therapy
Lifetime Training
NVQLevel 4: Personal Training And Food Nutrition
Rutgers
Certificate of Higher Education: Food Science
University of Lagos
Bachelor of Science from Surveying