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MOSHE  ITTAH

MOSHE ITTAH

MELBOURNE ,VIC

Summary

As a professional chef and ex business owner ,I always worked to maximize profit by minimizing spending and constantly monitoring the workplace budget and expenses.

driving a revenue of $2M a year from $1M at serotonin cafe by innovating menu developing and effective service production line to correct food ordering as well as running a small restaurant as a sole owner to $700k on the first year

My leadership not only maximized productivity but also made my team highly strained and highly satisfy which made them stay and work with me for long period of time, showcasing my blend of strategic business planning and empathetic team management to the highest level.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Owner/Operator

NEW JAFFA RESTAURANT
07.2018 - 07.2024
  • managing 15 staff members
  • 60 seats restaurant with turnover of 80 covers on a week day and 120 covers on the weekend
  • running a venue who turns 700k a year
  • accommodating in house and outside of the restaurant privet dinners up to 60 people
  • Maximized dining experience by designing an inviting

atmosphere through thoughtful interior design choices and menu selections.

  • Expanded catering services for private events resulting in increased revenue streams from off-site offerings.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting to stakeholders.
  • Increased restaurant profitability with cost-effective inventory management and strategic pricing strategies.
  • Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
  • Cultivated a loyal customer base by consistently delivering exceptional dining experiences that exceeded expectations.
  • Boosted revenue through targeted marketing campaigns, special events, and promotions.

HEAD CHEF

SEROTONIN CAFE
01.2016 - 04.2018
  • managing 8 staff members
  • 120 seats cafe , turning 250 covers on a week day and 450 covers on the weekend
  • business turnover 2 million revenu a year
  • Created seasonal menus by sourcing local ingredients and incorporating culinary trends.
  • Analyzed inventory for optimizing purchasing and minimizing overhead expenses.
  • Inspected dishes for presentation and flavor before serving to uphold restaurant reputation.
  • Led kitchen staff by providing training and fostering collaborative environment.
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.

HEAD CHEF

SARDI CAFE
01.2015 - 12.2015
  • managing 5 staff kitchen members
  • 45 seats venue which turn 80 on a week day and 120 seats over the weekend
  • total revenue 450k a year
  • Created seasonal menus by sourcing local ingredients and incorporating culinary trends.
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
  • managing 6 kitchen staff
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.

HEAD CHEF

TWO LOST BOYS CAFE
01.2013 - 10.2014
  • manage 7 kitchen staff members
  • 120 seats venue with about 200 patrons a daily serving
  • Created seasonal menus by sourcing local ingredients and incorporating culinary trends.
  • Analyzed inventory for optimizing purchasing and minimizing overhead expenses.
  • Inspected dishes for presentation and flavor before serving to uphold restaurant reputation.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.

Senior Chef

Food And Desire
05.2011 - 04.2013
  • catering service who cater between 10-400 people, weddings events and privet functions
  • cater according to customer request and desire
  • managing small catering jobs up to 50 people
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • preparing and logistical moving food safely and according to the food safety gridline

Sous Chef

GLENFERRY HOTEL BESTRO
01.2010 - 03.2011
  • 200 seats venue
  • managing 10 kitchen staff members
  • turn over between 150-250 people daily
  • total revenue over 1 million a year
  • Developed new dishes with innovative techniques.
  • Supported head chef in managing kitchen staff for smooth operations.
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

Chef De Partie

Rococo Restaurant
05.2007 - 12.2009
  • 150 seats venue
  • total revenue of 1.5-2 million a year
  • managing pans and hot section
  • Created innovative menu items by experimenting with seasonal ingredients.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Reviewed customer feedback to refine and improve menu selections.

Education

WILLIAM ANGLISS Institute
MELBOUNE AUSTRALIA
01-2009

Skills

  • Staff management, and delegating jobs for maximizing working space and productivity
  • Food presentation, high attention to details
  • Menu development and maximizing cost of menu to suit the venue needs
  • Waste reduction and portion control
  • Staff leadership and staff high moral maintenance
  • POS system operation
  • Health code compliance
  • Allergy awareness
  • Business planning to suit the business financial goals
  • Reliability and organize is a key for me
  • Team leadership
  • Customer service

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hebrew
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Restaurant Owner/Operator

NEW JAFFA RESTAURANT
07.2018 - 07.2024

HEAD CHEF

SEROTONIN CAFE
01.2016 - 04.2018

HEAD CHEF

SARDI CAFE
01.2015 - 12.2015

HEAD CHEF

TWO LOST BOYS CAFE
01.2013 - 10.2014

Senior Chef

Food And Desire
05.2011 - 04.2013

Sous Chef

GLENFERRY HOTEL BESTRO
01.2010 - 03.2011

Chef De Partie

Rococo Restaurant
05.2007 - 12.2009

WILLIAM ANGLISS Institute
MOSHE ITTAH