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BASEEM HAIDAR

BASEEM HAIDAR

LIWAN, Dubai

Summary

To be associated with a reputed organization with career growth potential providing opportunities for advancement while allowing me to utilize my experience and specialized skill with dedication and commitment. Self-motivated Chef who leads by example. Massive experience in managing kitchen staff, menu planning, tracking inventory, controlling costs, developing the recipe, and serving patrons. A versatile individual who has a positive attitude and the demonstrated ability to work under pressure. High energy Chef who is well-trained, fundamentally sound, and innovative with cuisines. Strong background in preparing menus and developing recipes. Well-versed with current food regulations, and culinary and nutrition principles. Comprehensive knowledge of food quality control standards. An organized and detail-oriented Chef with a track record of preparing and presenting healthy and nutritious food. Varied food-management skills and exceptional knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards. A self-directed and resourceful individual with 10+ years of extensive experience working as a chef in a top-notch fine-dining restaurant. Excellent understanding of recipe modification and nutrient composition along with advanced nutrition skills aimed at preparing specialized food items.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Executive Chef

TARA CAFE
DUBAI , UAE
10.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw Research and Development (R&D) for new dishes and beverages since.
  • Controlled planned menu development to encompass branding and overall company vision whilst successfully promoting return business.
  • Detailed and confirmed guest profiles, communicating expectations to Front-of-House (FOH) and Back-of-House (BOH) staff.
  • Monitored current and past kitchen costs to identify opportunities to reduce purchasing costs and meet budgetary targets.
  • Guided strategic menu and item pricing to maximize sales and revenue.
  • Managed recruitment, development and training activities to equip team with extensive skill sets and detailed product knowledge to facilitate operational excellence.
  • Energised and focused Front-of-House (FOH) team to shape and deliver memorable guest experience by maintaining strong presence on restaurant floor.
  • Optimised inventory levels by sourcing competitive suppliers for unique ingredients and periodically updating stock levels.
  • Guided strategic menu and item pricing to maximise sales and revenue.
  • Maintained well-organised mise en place, ensuring efficient and consistent kitchen workspaces.
  • Achieved targets for staff safety, kitchen sanitation and proper food handling and storage.
  • Ensured kitchen staff were equipped with appropriate tools and inventory.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and availability, minimising kitchen spending.
  • Properly handled and stored raw ingredients, minimising illness and cross-contamination risks.
  • Produced high volumes of fresh, quality plates, meeting peak restaurant demand.
  • Trained and managed kitchen staff, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
  • Monitored linework processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Charcoal garden
Dubai
04.2021 - 10.2022
  • Ensure that all orders from the kitchen/commissaries are prepared consistently & according to standard recipes
  • Supervise & ensure that all sections are ready for service on time
  • Check daily all storage areas and keep the orders to par or accordance to the volume of Business
  • Ensure care & orderly handling of all raw products
  • Check whether quantities prepared are according to recipes and specifications
  • Control food & operating costs by reducing wastage
  • Create daily specials & themed promotions in line with restaurant concept
  • Be involved in setting menus & prices
  • Ensure that all Employees report for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform at all times
  • Coach & maximize Employee moral & productivity
  • Train the culinary Employees in all sections of kitchen / commissary, in the skills necessary for them to perform their function to the highest possible standards & develop people for future succession planning
  • Ensure that all Employees provide a courteous and professional service at all times
  • Build of an efficient team of Employees by taking an active interest in their welfare, safety & development
  • Supervise the Employees within the department, ensuring that the correct standards & methods of service are maintained as stated in Departmental Operations Manual
  • Ensure that all Employees have a complete understanding of & adhere to the
  • Company's policy relating fire, hygiene, health & safety
  • Organize & set-up the kitchen / commissary as efficiently as possible to increase speed & maximize productivity
  • Ensure that all culinary standards in all sections comply with Company policies & procedures
  • Monitor daily work assigned to Employees ensuring guidelines are followed & take corrective measures immediately.

Head chef

Mohammad Hilal group, ANA Restaurant, Yas Mall abu dhadi
01.2020 - 04.2021
  • Ensure that all orders from the kitchen / commissaries are prepared consistently & according to standard recipes
  • Supervise & ensure that all sections are ready for service on time
  • Check daily all storage areas and keep the orders to par or accordance to the volume of Business
  • Ensure care & orderly handling of all raw products
  • Check whether quantities prepared are according to recipes and specifications
  • Control food & operating costs by reducing wastage
  • Create daily specials & themed promotions in line with restaurant concept
  • Be involved in setting menus & prices
  • Ensure that all Employees report for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform at all times
  • Coach & maximize Employee moral & productivity
  • Train the culinary Employees in all sections of kitchen / commissary, in the skills necessary for them to perform their function to the highest possible standards & develop people for future succession planning
  • Ensure that all Employees provide a courteous and professional service at all times
  • Build of an efficient team of Employees by taking an active interest in their welfare, safety & development
  • Supervise the Employees within the department, ensuring that the correct standards & methods of service are maintained as stated in Departmental Operations Manual
  • Ensure that all Employees have a complete understanding of & adhere to the
  • Company's policy relating fire, hygiene, health & safety
  • Organize & set-up the kitchen / commissary as efficiently as possible to increase speed & maximize productivity
  • Ensure that all culinary standards in all sections comply with Company policies & procedures
  • Monitor daily work assigned to Employees ensuring guidelines arefollowed & take corrective measures immediately.

Head Chef

AZKADENYA, Gourmet Gulf
Dubai
05.2015 - 01.2020
  • Overall responsibility for the kitchen's daily operations
  • Liaising with the relevant companies for food orders
  • Creating new dishes and menus
  • Interviewing and hiring new staff
  • Maintaining/raising the food's profit margins for your employer
  • Monitoring and controlling stock levels
  • Ensuring correct stock rotation procedures are followed
  • Implementation of health and safety procedures in the kitchen
  • Estimating costs and ensuring all purchases come within budget
  • Taking care of the kitchen's accounts and creating a work roster.

Sous-Chef

Masgouf London Restaurant
Dubai
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Leads kitchen team in chef's absence
  • Oversees and organizes kitchen stock and ingredients
  • Ensures a first-in, first-out food rotation system and verifies all food products are properly dated and organized for quality assurance
  • Keeps cooking stations stocked, especially before and during prime operation hours
  • Manages food and product ordering by keeping detailed records and minimizes waste, plus works with existing systems to improve waste reduction and manage budgetary concerns
  • Works with head chef to maintain kitchen organization, staff ability, and training opportunities
  • Verifies that food storage units all meet standards and are consistently well-managed
  • Assists head chef with menu creation

Assistant Chef

Burj Al Hamam
Dubai
07.2008 - 12.2012
  • Determine how food should be presented, and create decorative food displays
  • Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services
  • Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients
  • Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards
  • Instruct cooks and other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food
  • Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations
  • Analyse recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labour, and overhead costs
  • Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education -

SYRIA

Skills

  • Recipe creation
  • P&L analysis
  • Culinary science
  • Kitchen management
  • Fine-dining expertise
  • Grilling

Accomplishments

  • Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point Literate
  • Acquired Professional Driver's License
  • Ensuring the high-level customer satisfaction
  • Work Scheduling that improves staff performance

Certification

Food, Safety and Hygiene Training Fire Safety Training Staff Kitchen Training HACCP

Additional Information

  • Visa Status:Employment Visa

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Fluent

Work availability

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
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Timeline

Executive Chef - TARA CAFE
10.2022 - Current
EXECUTIVE CHEF - Charcoal garden
04.2021 - 10.2022
Head chef - Mohammad Hilal group, ANA Restaurant, Yas Mall abu dhadi
01.2020 - 04.2021
Head Chef - AZKADENYA, Gourmet Gulf
05.2015 - 01.2020
Sous-Chef - Masgouf London Restaurant
01.2013 - 01.2015
Assistant Chef - Burj Al Hamam
07.2008 - 12.2012
SYRIA - Certificate of Higher Education,
BASEEM HAIDAR