CHRISTOPHER ELIAS
Dubai
Summary
Seasoned Demi Chef specializing in Continental and Arabic cuisine. Successful 4 year record in high-volume kitchens. Career achievements working with head chefs and kitchen staff to meet high standards for taste, presentation and service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Demi Chef De Partie
Sheraton Grand Hotel
04.2022 - Current
- Supported head chef in managing daily operations, including scheduling, ordering supplies, and supervising team members.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by ensuring timely execution of orders and maintaining high standards of plate presentation.
- Adhered to food safety regulations and culinary best practices in preparation of ingredients and meals.
- Earned recognition from management for consistently demonstrating excellent teamwork skills during peak service hours. ( Nominated as Employee of the Year for two consecutive years )
Commis Chef I
Em Sharef Cafe
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Supported timely service by preparing ingredients for multiple dishes simultaneously, ensuring all components were ready for plating.
- Developed strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple cooking stations during peak hours, ensuring consistent quality output.
Commis Chef II
Al Farrouj Al Shami
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Mastered a variety of cooking equipment, including ovens, grills, and fryers, to produce diverse menu items with consistent quality.
- Expanded culinary repertoire by learning traditional methods from experienced chefs representing diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
Commis Chef III
Mashta Al Helu Resort
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
Education
Culinary -
High School Diploma -
Professional Hotel School
Tartous, Syria06.2016
Skills
- Recipe Adaptation
- Stock management
- Cooking methods
- Food safety knowledge
- Allergen awareness
- Grilling Techniques
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Customer Service
- Complaint Handling
- Staff Training
- Food presentation
Languages
Arabic
English
Timeline
Demi Chef De Partie
Sheraton Grand Hotel
04.2022 - Current
Commis Chef I
Em Sharef Cafe
10.2020 - 04.2022
Commis Chef II
Al Farrouj Al Shami
05.2019 - 10.2020
Commis Chef III
Mashta Al Helu Resort
01.2017 - 12.2018
Culinary -
High School Diploma -
Professional Hotel School
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