joseph mutuko
@josephmutuko
Operations and production executive specializing in specialty coffee roasting, lean-driven efficiency, and supply-chain-led growth.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a results-oriented production and operations executive with 15+ years of specialized expertise in the food and beverage sector, built around specialty coffee roasting and multi-unit restaurant management. I integrate lean manufacturing principles with stringent quality assurance, using operational excellence and data-driven inventory controls to improve production efficiency, cut waste, and strengthen compliance.
At Spring Valley Coffee Roasters, I increased production efficiency by 25%, reduced annual operational waste by over $50,000, and delivered a 30% sales lift through a new proprietary coffee blend. I’ve driven 99% compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), improved employee retention by 40% via technical training, and maintained 100% stock availability by coordinating global supplier logistics through cloud-based supply chain platforms. Before that, I managed multi-brand operations, surpassing quarterly sales targets by 20%, optimizing labour costs by 15%, and earning Manager of the Year—while enforcing food safety standards and resolving customer escalations quickly.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Production
Spring Valley Coffee Roasters Ltd.
Jan 2018 - Present (8 years 5 months)
Improved production efficiency by 25% by optimising roasting facility workflows with lean manufacturing and strengthening quality assurance. Reduced annual operational waste by over $50,000 through data-driven inventory controls, while achieving 99% GMP compliance and improving retention by 40%.
Manager
Feast Limited (Pizza Hut)
Jan 2016 - Dec 2018 (2 years 11 months)
Surpassed quarterly sales targets by 20% across three brands and supported market entry for three new outlets through end-to-end pre-launch logistics and onboarding. Optimised labour costs by 15% with centralised scheduling, maintained food safety integrity via bi-weekly hygiene inspections aligned to HACCP, and improved customer loyalty to 90%+ by resolving escalations within 24 hours.
Manager
Naked Pizza Kenya
Jan 2012 - Dec 2016 (4 years 11 months)
Saved over $50,000 annually by streamlining inventory management and reducing perishable waste through demand forecasting, while managing store operations for a team of 30+ employees. Maintained zero health department violations over four years, negotiated 10% discounts on bulk ingredients, and improved customer satisfaction by 15% through menu diversification.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
KANSEB CPA
CPA (Section 3), Accounting (CPA)
2018 -
Pursuing KANSEB CPA Section 3 since 2018, focused on developing accounting/CPA competency.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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