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Experience

A career built on passion for hospitality and the art of mixology.

Jul 2024 – Present

F&B Specialist & Consultant

Naantali Hotel & Spa · Naantali, Finland

Leading beverage operations and menu innovation at this prestigious Finnish hotel & spa.

Mar – Jun 2024

F&B Consultant

Tokio Tonic (Werner's Group) · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Concept development and cocktail menu curation for a Japanese-inspired cocktail bar.

Jan – Feb 2024

F&B Consultant

Pinchos Tapas Bar (Ciao Cielo Sdn. Bhd.) · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Returned as consultant to refine beverage programs at his alma mater.

Oct 2020 – Dec 2023

Founder & Head of Culinary

Canvass Bistro & Cocktail Bar · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Co-founded with Danish chef Nikolaj Lenz. Nordic-inspired cuisine with 'sustainable hedonism' philosophy. Named one of KL's best new eateries of 2020.

Jul 2022 – Dec 2023

Brand Ambassador (MY & TH)

Husk Distillers "Ink Gin" · Australia

Represented Australia's award-winning colour-changing Ink Gin across Malaysia and Thailand.

Mar 2016 – Nov 2019

Head Consultant

Artisan F&B Consultancy · Malaysia

Led consulting for multiple F&B establishments across Malaysia.

Aug 2016 – Jun 2018

Brand Ambassador (Malaysia)

NTC & Sons Premium Gin · Zaragoza, Spain

Promoted this Zaragoza-born artisanal gin brand with a social mission.

Oct 2016 – Aug 2018

Beverage Consultant

Palillos 'Spanish Yakitori Bar' · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Crafted the cocktail program for this Spanish-Japanese fusion concept.

Jul 2015 – Mar 2020

Restaurant & Bar Manager / Head Mixologist

Pinchos Tapas Bar · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Featured by The Yum List. Introduced KL to authentic Spanish tapas bar culture on Changkat Bukit Bintang.

2008 – 2015

Commis → Chef De Partie → Bartender → Bar Manager

Pinchos Tapas Bar · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Started as a food runner, rising through the ranks through dedication and passion for mixology.