I am a food science and sustainability professional trained at Le Cordon Bleu, with HACCP Level 3 and Food Safety Level 3. My microbiology background informs my rigorous approach to safety and quality, and I enjoy applying culinary creativity to product development and testing. I combine scientific precision with a passion for sustainable food systems to support responsible manufacturing and innovative recipes. My MSc research explored the sustainability of the Scottish whisky industry, employing life cycle assessment and operational analyses to understand environmental and product impacts. I bring a cross-disciplinary mindset to food manufacturing, from kitchen experiments to strategy and communications, always aiming for tasty, responsible, and well-documented outcomes.

Iosif Tsepov

I am a food science and sustainability professional trained at Le Cordon Bleu, with HACCP Level 3 and Food Safety Level 3. My microbiology background informs my rigorous approach to safety and quality, and I enjoy applying culinary creativity to product development and testing. I combine scientific precision with a passion for sustainable food systems to support responsible manufacturing and innovative recipes. My MSc research explored the sustainability of the Scottish whisky industry, employing life cycle assessment and operational analyses to understand environmental and product impacts. I bring a cross-disciplinary mindset to food manufacturing, from kitchen experiments to strategy and communications, always aiming for tasty, responsible, and well-documented outcomes.

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I am a food science and sustainability professional trained at Le Cordon Bleu, with HACCP Level 3 and Food Safety Level 3. My microbiology background informs my rigorous approach to safety and quality, and I enjoy applying culinary creativity to product development and testing. I combine scientific precision with a passion for sustainable food systems to support responsible manufacturing and innovative recipes.

My MSc research explored the sustainability of the Scottish whisky industry, employing life cycle assessment and operational analyses to understand environmental and product impacts. I bring a cross-disciplinary mindset to food manufacturing, from kitchen experiments to strategy and communications, always aiming for tasty, responsible, and well-documented outcomes.

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Language

Russian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Commis Chef at Oswald's Private Members Club
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Supported prep and service across multiple sections, ensuring consistent quality. Maintained food safety and allergen protocols in a high-pressure service environment.
Commis Chef at Harry's Bar Private Members Club
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Worked in Prep, Starters, and Pasta; executed bespoke dishes to exacting standards.
Research Project Lead at RL Automotive
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Directed feasibility studies on recycling processes, applying life cycle assessment principles and stakeholder engagement and WEEE compliance. Managed logistics for efficient waste collection, optimising costs and enhancing operational efficiency.
Paid Social Executive at IPG Mediabrands
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Managed multi-market campaigns across Europe, delivering insights through data analysis. Developed strong communication skills for client-facing reporting.
Commis Chef at Oswald’s Private Members Club
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Supported prep and service across multiple sections, ensuring consistent quality. Maintained food safety and allergen protocols in a high-pressure service environment.
Commis Chef at Harry’s Bar Private Members Club
March 15, 2025 - March 15, 2025
Worked in Prep, Starters, and Pasta; executed bespoke dishes to exacting standards.
Commis Chef at Oswald’s Private Members Club
January 31, 2025 - January 31, 2025
Supported prep and service across multiple sections, ensuring consistent quality. Maintained food safety and allergen protocols in a high-pressure service environment.
Research Project Lead at RL Automotive
June 30, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Directed feasibility studies on recycling processes, applying life cycle assessment principles and stakeholder engagement and WEEE compliance. Managed logistics for efficient waste collection, optimising costs and enhancing operational efficiency.
Paid Social Executive at IPG Mediabrands
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Managed multi-market campaigns across Europe, delivering insights through data analysis. Developed strong communication skills for client-facing reporting.

Education

Diplôme de Cuisine at Le Cordon Bleu London
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
MSc Environmental Sustainability (Merit) at University of Edinburgh
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
BSc (Hons) Biology (2:1) at University of Bath
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Diplôme de Cuisine at Le Cordon Bleu London
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
MSc Environmental Sustainability (Merit) at University of Edinburgh
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
BSc (Hons) Biology (2:1) at University of Bath
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Diplôme de Cuisine at Le Cordon Bleu London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
MSc Environmental Sustainability (Merit) at University of Edinburgh
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
BSc (Hons) Biology (2:1) at University of Bath
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Food Safety Level 3
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
HACCP Level 3
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
HACCP Level 3
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
Food Safety Level 3
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
Allergen Awareness Certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
HACCP Level 3
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
Food Safety Level 3
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
Allergen Awareness Certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Education, Life Sciences, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Energy & Utilities