Chef with impeccable skills in preparation of
diverse range of cuisines including modern
Indian, European, Southern American, and
other international cuisine. Utilizes the finest
quality ingredients & adhered to standardized
recipes, for an appealing, appetizing &
customized dining experience.
Dear Sir ,
Greeting...........................!
I am very interested in the position of chef . My culinary experience
combined with my food handlers certificate and diploma in food Production
makes me an exceptional candidate for this position. I have the real
potential to become a key member of your kitchen.
As indicated in the enclosed resume, I am highly skilled in inspecting food
items, planning and developing menus, food purchase specifications, recipes,
presentation standards and pricing for all menu items and specials.
Moreover, I am well versed in developing techniques for food preparation and
presentation and able to assist in establishing menu prices. In addition, I
have a demonstrated ability to train line cooks on technique and utilization
of products and able to ensure that inventory is stocked with fresh
ingredients.
Furthermore, I possess a professional appearance, and capable of maintaining
high standards of sensitization, health and safety. Over and above, I am
extremely capable of evaluating food products to assure freshness and
quality standard are attained, and inspecting supplies, equipment, and work
areas to ensure compliance to established standards.
I’m excited about putting my culinary skills to work for your
organization. If you have any questions in the interim, please contact me at
+971551518637.
Thank you for your time and consideration
Dear Sir ,
Greeting...........................!
I am very interested in the position of chef . My culinary experience
combined with my food handlers certificate and diploma in food Production
makes me an exceptional candidate for this position. I have the real
potential to become a key member of your kitchen.
As indicated in the enclosed resume, I am highly skilled in inspecting food
items, planning and developing menus, food purchase specifications, recipes,
presentation standards and pricing for all menu items and specials.
Moreover, I am well versed in developing techniques for food preparation and
presentation and able to assist in establishing menu prices. In addition, I
have a demonstrated ability to train line cooks on technique and utilization
of products and able to ensure that inventory is stocked with fresh
ingredients.
Furthermore, I possess a professional appearance, and capable of maintaining
high standards of sensitization, health and safety. Over and above, I am
extremely capable of evaluating food products to assure freshness and
quality standard are attained, and inspecting supplies, equipment, and work
areas to ensure compliance to established standards.
I’m excited about putting my culinary skills to work for your
organization. If you have any questions in the interim, please contact me at
+971551518637.
Thank you for your time and consideration
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1. SHAIKH MOHAMMED ASAD
EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF / SR. SOUS CHEF | CULINARY & FINE DINING EXPERT | SOUTHERN AMERICAN,
MODERN INDIAN & CONTINENTAL CUISINE SPECIALIST
+260 763886173/+966558214213 | Shaikhasad543@gmail.com | Daharan, Saudi Arabia | LinkedIn
Chef with impeccable skills in preparation of
diverse range of cuisines including modern
Indian, European, Southern American, and
other international cuisine. Utilizes the finest
quality ingredients & adhered to standardized
recipes, for an appealing, appetizing &
customized dining experience.
Customer focused professional exceling in
delivering delightful service through innovative
hospitality and maintaining warm & friendly
demeanour.
Brings refined cooking competence in
sculpting impressive menus and preparing
culinary dishes influenced by culturally diverse
regions around the globe. Specialized skills in
Sous Vide, Aging Curing, Confit & Grilling
while maintaining quality, presentation and
consistency of menu items.
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
Awarded Appreciation Letter from Sous Chef
| Sahara Star
Awarded Certificate during College Festival |
2010
SKILLS
Food Preparation /Kitchen Management |
Equipment & Machine Maintenance | SOP
Management | Root Cause Analysis | Inventory
Management | Kitchen Operational Excellence |
Menu Development & Modification | Kitchen
Audits | Waste Management | Costing &
Budgeting | Menu Planning & Development |
HSE Standards Compliance | Customer
Relations | Stakeholder & Vendor Management
| Team Leadership & Training
PROFILE SYNOPSIS
Accomplished in managing the provision of casual and fine dining for boutique
luxury hotels & chain restaurants while overseeing kitchen/culinary operations and
preparation of meals
Proven record of handling the pre-opening of luxury boutique hotels and
restaurants, 5 Times, consisting of menu planning, food costing, training staff, and
maintaining the hygienic standards
Ability to develop, implement, and monitor effective meal preparation processes
and procedures in compliance with federal, local & organizational standards
Conducts regular inspection to ensure cleanliness, sanitation and safety in kitchen
and storage areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio.
Maintains food costs within F&B budget guidelines
Deft at ascertaining handling & repair of kitchen equipment and machinery in
compliance with safety, health and sanitation regulations. Implements HSE
guidelines & regulations to mitigate/resolve safety or health hazards
Strategic mindset in steering the food inventory management along with defining
purchasing, cost control and budget tactics. Ensures ample quantity and variety of
food items at all times by supervising monthly inventories
Serves as a mentor to hire, train & lead staff in food preparation, safe handling,
and operations of equipment while sustaining food safety and sanitation levels as per
Dubai Municipality Guidelines, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and HACCP standards
Technical Purview: MS office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access) Spreadsheets,
(Google Drive, Sum, Vertical Hook Up) Email, Presentation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Head Chef (Main Kitchen & 2 Outlets) | 8 Portion, Saudi Arabia | Oct. 2022 – Present
Pioneer quality control, food trials and costs as well as introduce modern
scrumptious dishes for customers
Modify pre-existing recipes whilst controlling and directing the food menu
preparation. Ensure the maintenance of all the regulations of kitchen with emphasis
on sanitary and food safety guidelines
Uphold optimum food hygiene and safety along with determining food inventory
needs, stocking and place orders on a timely basis
Supervise maintenance of kitchen standards and ensure it reflects in regular audits
Direct the management of food cost as per the established budget
Sustain the standards of culinary operation as per the law of local authorities and
brand standard requirements
Direct the management of food cost as per the established budget
Utilize local & seasonal ingredients, instead of importing them to cut down on costs
Consultant Executive Chef | The Urban Hotel (Lusaka, Zambia) | Dec. 2021 – Oct.
2022
Served as an Executive Chef optimizing inventory procedure, evaluating and
identifying potential suppliers
Contributed an integral role in the pre-opening of the boutique hotel involving 2
outlets and 500 pax of banqueting
Shouldered the organization of kitchen, staffing and menu planning (buffet, ala
carte, bar, cocktail)
Mentored staff, negated food waste and deftly analyzed cost whilst enhancing the
efficacy of the kitchen. Formulated training budget for staff and presented the
recipe book to all the customers
Superintended the management of kitchen operations including planning,
implementation and monitoring in compliance with set standards. Ensured high
quality and maintained food costs as per the budget
Sustain the standards of culinary operation as per the law of local authorities and
brand standard requirements
Serve as the voice of guest to resolve, address and follow up on the guest
2. ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
2011
Anjuman-I-Islam Institute of Hotel
Management & Catering Technology |
Bachelor's in Hotel Management
TRAININGS & PROFESSIONAL
ENHANCEMENTS
May 2009 – Oct 2009
Training in Front Office, Housekeeping, Food
Production, Food & Beverage Service | Sahara
Star, Mumbai
EARLY CAREER
D.C.D.P | Pan India Food Pvt. Ltd. | Jun.
2011 – Jun. 2013
REFERENCES
Anne Kaoma | Group HR Manager
The Urban Hotel – Lusaka, Zambia
annec@theurbanhotelgroup.com
+260 965 900 659
Chef Narasimha | Executive Chef
Burnside Hotel – England, UK
chefnarasimhamurthy@gmail.com
+44 772 986 1088
complaints
Sous Chef | The Quorum (Zambia, Lusaka) | Nov. 2019 – Jul. 2021
Spearheaded the pre-opening team of The Quorum Hotel introducing a menu for
the restaurants and hub (7 sense /Mafinga peak / Q lounge and Business hub)
Served as the 2
nd
in-charge for the pre- opening luxury boutique hotel and oversaw
menu planning, food costing, staff training, hygiene standard maintenance, etc.
Acted as the head chef in lieu of ex-chef attending the weekly meetings with
marketing for promotion or theme nights
Helmed trials of new menu along with planning and implementing a new menu
Supervised daily operations of the kitchen such as menu planning, hygiene
maintenance, staff training and food preparation
Piloted quality and portioning of the food to prevent cost and wastage
Executed interviews for duty roaster and leaves and directed the management of
food cost as per the established budget
Introduced cost effective customer friendly menu while preparing & presenting food
following standard recipes and techniques. Oversee the accurate portion control and
assist in establishing menu selling prices
Superintend the management of kitchen operations including planning,
implementation and monitoring in compliance with set standards. Ensure high
quality and maintained food costs as per the budget
Jr. Sous Chef | 41 Degree WS Restaurant (Al- Sedriyah Company Qatar) | May 2018-
Sept. 2019
Liaised with Head Chef assisting him to plan the special of the day menu or dishes
Managed daily operation of the kitchen, hygiene of the restaurant, staff training and
food preparation. Troubleshot complaints and took preventive measures
Oversaw the quality and portioning of the food to prevent cost and wastage
Sustained the standards of culinary operation as per the law of local authorities and
brand standard requirements. Steered the development of effective plans for
formulating occasional and weekly cyclic menu for buffet
Played an instrumental role in preparation of menus, al carte, room service, lunch
buffet & breakfast buffet menus, and dinner theme night menus. Developed
function, wedding menus and set menus
Jr. Sous Chef | Sun Room Cafe & Restaurant, Saudi Arabia | Feb. 2017 – Jan. 2018
Handled the pre-opening of the restaurant and managed the food trial & costing
Served as a 2
nd
chef-in-charge for the pre-opening team of the restaurant
Directed menu engineering and hygiene of the restaurant meshing with the
corporate chef assisting him to plan the a la Carte menu and pricing
Shouldered the staff training and development with respect to the food preparation
Drafted a market list of ingredients to maintain & track minimum and maximum
stock levels, at all day dining restaurant, in both hot and cold section. Maintained
food quality & hygiene level up to HACCP standards
Chef-De-Partie | Nola Eatery & Social House, Dubai Jan 2015 – Oct 2016
Served as the Chef-In-Charge for pre-opening team of the New Orleans theme
restaurant in Dubai
Delivered training to food & beverage teams and administered kitchen operations
Sustained a safe and hygienic kitchen environment and functioned as the Junior
Sous Chef in the absent of Chef, taking care of pickup counter
Chef | Taji Restaurant, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Jul. 2013 – Jul. 2014
Led the pre-opening for the second branch of the restaurant and provided
assistance with the food production and preparation
Stayed abreast of products or food items including ingredients & equipment’s for
appropriate adjustments to kitchen operations and establishing good standards
Harmonized a positive and productive ambience by liaising with the employees and
helping team to build up congenial climate
Steered the management and upkeep of hygienic kitchen inventory while
overseeing ordering & receiving of the items
~I hereby declare all the details provided in this resume are accurate to the best of
my knowledge~