Motivational training and operation excellence specialists excited to develop successful training plans that meet dynamic company and employee needs. Accustomed to collaborating with managers to hone in on unique requirements. Prepared to bring operational efficiency, training program optimization, and continuous improvement abilities developed over an 11-year career to a growth-oriented role, supporting people-related initiatives across two iconic brands: KFC and Hardee's. With a CIPD qualification and an MBA degree. The core competencies include operation excellence, employee training, learning and development, diversity and inclusion, employee engagement, and internal mobility. I take ownership of the cost management, staffing, compliance, and communication aspects of people's development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Field Trainer & Ops excellence – KFC
Americana Restaurants
09.2023 - Current
Setting Training plans and objectives
Streamlined onboarding process for new employees, reducing time to full productivity.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Design, create, develop SOPs, training materials and conduct workshops to build a culture of operational excellence
Supported the achievement of company goals by aligning all training initiatives with organizational objectives.
Implement an in-store training system in all restaurants and ensure that system is in place.
Follow up on the effectiveness of certification and re-certification processes based on brand standards.
Responsible for efficient execution of bench planning system to be sure that all potential employees are capable and ensure that training prerequisites are completed before employee's promotion.
Drive and enhance internal mobility from 80% to 86%
Conduct business skills training programs, i.e
Sales forecast, labor scheduling, ordering system, Restaurant business action plan, managing costs, P&L statement analysis, new systems, equipment…etc
Monitored trainee progress using data-driven evaluation tools, ensuring measurable improvements in knowledge and skill acquisition.
Support the development of a high-performance workforce through coaching and skill development by conducting field visits.
Provide necessary training before launching any new products and conduct follow-up visits to ensure that team is ready.
Administer and maintain the organization's learning management system.
Stay updated on industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements.
Continuously improve training methods and materials to enhance the learning experience.
Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for improvement initiatives.
Develop project plans, set timelines, and allocate resources to ensure successful project completion.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.
Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on progress and achievements.
Human Resources Business Partner
Americana Restaurants - KFC & Hardee's
02.2022 - 09.2023
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Take ownership of people-related elements such as cost management, learning and development (L&D), diversity and inclusion (D&I), employee engagement, and internal mobility.
Managed complex employee relations issues to promote a healthy workplace culture.
Align closely with the HR director and operations leaders on brand strategies, priorities, and objectives.
Collaborate with the HR director and area director to formulate the brand's annual manpower plan.
Coordinate with shared service functions to maintain optimal staffing levels and ensure timely recruitment.
Ensure strict compliance with company policies, partnering with shared services team in conducting investigations and applying appropriate disciplinary actions.
Conduct regular communication meetings with employees, actively listening to and resolving their grievances, while providing counseling and support to both employees and supervisors.
Drive employee engagement by conducting surveys to gather feedback and suggestions on making the organization a great place to work.
Keep organization charts up to date and ensure clarity in reporting lines and structures.
Conduct periodic field visits to restaurants, providing coaching and feedback to both operations and HR director.
Track and manage HR metrics, providing valuable insights and feedback to respective stakeholders.
Prepare and present periodic staffing reports to HR director and brand operations manager, highlighting key trends and areas for improvement.
Lead and direct ongoing HR, training, and development needs analysis within the brand, leveraging assessment data such as performance management results, audit findings, and HR and Operations KPIs.
Monitor the effectiveness of recruitment agencies in terms of new hires' quality and process efficiency, providing regular feedback and recommendations to HR director.
Prepare the brand's annual the HR objectives and align them with the HR director for endorsement, effectively communicating and gaining alignment with stakeholders.
Managing the full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
Developed and delivered special events for company employees.
Improve employee engagement.
Reduce labor costs by 1.3% versus target.
Increase employee productivity by 3% versus target.
Increase female diversity by 2% from last year.
Field Trainer & Ops Excellence - Kuwait Food Company ( Americana )
Kuwait Food Company ( Americana )
04.2015 - 01.2022
Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the organization by encouraging ongoing professional development for all staff members.
Established a positive learning environment by cultivating open communication and mutual respect among participants during training sessions.
Evaluated employee progress and provided constructive feedback to ensure long-term success.
Utilized various teaching methods such as small group workshops, one-on-one coaching, and e-learning platforms to accommodate diverse learning styles.
Monitors and analyzes turnover and consults with HR manager for corrective measures and reduces turnover by 3 % from last year.
HRD Senior Coordinator-KFC
Kuwait Food Company ( Americana )
04.2013 - 04.2015
Align with HR manager and operations leaders on brand strategies, priorities, and objectives
Prepare brand's annual HR and training objectives and communicate with HR manager for alignment and endorsement, then communicate with Ops team to gain alignment and commitment
Conduct induction and brand orientation for newcomers
Review the probation period results and coordinate with the operation manager for corrective measures
Prepare all HR periodical reports and analyze achievements versus objectives
Monitors and analyzes turnover and consults with HR manager for corrective measures and reduces turnover by 2% from the previous year
Design and communicate monthly newsletter
Gather and organized materials to support operations
Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity
Education
CIPD - Associate Diploma In People Management,L&D -
Avado Learning
London
11.2024
MBA -
University of East London
UK
08.2023
Bachelor's Degree: Hotels Management -
Faculty of Tourism And Hotels
Cairo University - Egypt
06.2003
Skills
Strategic Thinking
Communication
HR Metrics and Analytics
Problem-Solving
Talent Management
Change Management
Teamwork and collaboration
Business acumen and commercial awareness
Managing employee relations
Training delivery
Coaching Techniques
Recruitment
HCM
PowerBI & Power Automate
Microsoft Office
Online Forms
Certification
Measuring Learning Effectiveness
Excel Data Visualization: Designing Custom Visualizations
Certified Professional Trainer by International Youth Foundation
Accomplishments
Saving in labor cost FY22 by 1.1%, which represents.
Enhance employees productivity by 9% versus target.
Internal mobility and talent pipeline comparing with the same period has been increased by 7%.
Difference Maker Award 2021(By Americana ).
Best Performance for People Metrics (by YUM International COO) 2016
Languages
Arabic
English
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Field Trainer & Ops excellence – KFC
Americana Restaurants
09.2023 - Current
Human Resources Business Partner
Americana Restaurants - KFC & Hardee's
02.2022 - 09.2023
Field Trainer & Ops Excellence - Kuwait Food Company ( Americana )
Kuwait Food Company ( Americana )
04.2015 - 01.2022
HRD Senior Coordinator-KFC
Kuwait Food Company ( Americana )
04.2013 - 04.2015
CIPD - Associate Diploma In People Management,L&D -
Avado Learning
MBA -
University of East London
Bachelor's Degree: Hotels Management -
Faculty of Tourism And Hotels
Measuring Learning Effectiveness
Excel Data Visualization: Designing Custom Visualizations
Certified Professional Trainer by International Youth Foundation
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