Mohd Sopri

F&B Director – Malaysia

Biography

Sopri has 26 years of experience in F&B industry, including a decade of multi-national food operations management experience in Asia Pacific Region.

With a journey spanning over two and a half decades in the F&B industry, Sopri has had the privilege of refining his skills and knowledge, including F&B leadership experience in Asia Pacific Region with two Fortune 500 ranked companies.

His humble beginnings trace back to over a quarter-century ago when he started as a waiter at La Farfalla fine dining restaurant at Mutiara Beach Resort, nestled in his hometown of Penang, Malaysia, renowned as Malaysia’s food capital.

He has worked in various segments of F&B throughout his experience from Fusion Restaurants, Private Members’ Sports Clubs, Beachfront Resorts, Luxury Hotels, Multinational Corporation and Universal Bank’s contract food service. A multi-disciplinary Food & Beverage professional with rich experience in HACCP, BeSS, Halal, ESG and a member of two international organization. Namely, Institute of Leadership & Management as well as AIB academy of International Business.

In April 2023, Sopri embraced a new chapter by joining the esteemed Cezars Kitchen family. With a modest demeanor, he brought his forward-thinking approach, meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction to the forefront.

Armed with certified training and development credentials (CTDP®) and an MBA degree, Sopri’s journey of over 26 years underscores his deep-rooted dedication to the F&B realm. His leadership philosophy is grounded in humility, as he continuously strives for excellence and endeavors to elevate gastronomy standards. As a source of inspiration and innovation, Sopri leaves a lasting impression on all those fortunate enough to collaborate with him, shaping the industry landscape with his modest yet impactful presence.

Email: sopri@cezarskitchen.com