Experienced Director of Operations with over 24 years of experience in the F&B industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
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Languages
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years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Head of Operation
Bin Lahej Hospitality Divisions L.L.C, Chili's
UAE & Oman
01.2013 - 12.2020
Was named " Operator of the year " of 2015 by Brinker International at the Las Vegas conference.
Claimed the award of " Family friendly restaurant of the year of 2016 " for Chili's, UAE.
Managed overall operations of the restaurant & new branch openings of 22 Chili's branches.
Led the management team on a daily basis by monitoring & coaching staff.
Managed employees' labor formal and legal documentations
Was Responsible for P&L calculations for all restaurant's operations.
Created the pricing structure.
Calculated raw material requirements and finished product costs.
Supervised warehouse and stocks.
Handled cash payments.
Worked with team members to provide excellent service.
Handled customer queries & provides information related to service.
Ensured efficiency and quality is met in various systems and administration.
Highlighted the company's profile via organizing Press Releases and Newsletters.
Maintained an effective operation of the restaurant by ensuring the quantity of raw materials is under check.
Managed requisitions & purchase orders from the general stores
Monitored food items and food and beverages costs
Conducted market research on consumer needs & demands
Held regular meetings with staff to communicate sales results, provide recognition, review product knowledge, set goals, and provide skill review.
Coordinated new branch openings.
Restaurant General Manager
Emirates International Restaurants L.L.C, Chili's
UAE, Abu Dhabi
01.2003 - 07.2008
Achieved a total increase of 100% in sales between.
The break-down is as follows:
Sales volume increase of 100.2% in 2003
Sales volume increase of 119% in 2004
Sales volume increase of 121% in 2005
Sales volume increase of 102%. in 2006
Achieved 106% of the sales budget in almost one year
Employee turnover was reduced by 10% in comparison with the previous year & that was achieved primarily by motivation tactics.
Analyzed variances and implemented corrective actions to increase average meal checks and customer visits.
Maintained high standards of food quality by reviewing shipments, overseeing preparation and monitoring food safety.
Managed overall operations of the restaurant.
Communicated with the General Manager and submitted monthly, quarterly and yearly reports.
Managed employees' labors formal and legal documentations.
Responsible for P&L calculations for all restaurant's operations.
Set the pricing structure.
Managed a crew of employees.
Calculated raw material requirements and finished product cost.
Supervised warehouse and stocks.
Handled cash payments.
Coordinated with team members.
Handled customer queries and provided information related to the services.
Supervised the preparation of food.
Prepared staff duty schedule and staff monthly attendance sheet.
Trainer
Emirates International Restaurants L.L.C
UAE, Dubai
05.1997 - 05.2000
Provided training to staff at a new Chili's branch in KSA - Jeddah (1999).
Provided training to staff at a new Chili's branch in Dubai - Jumeirah' (1998) Career Level Career Level: Over 20 years experience Notice Period to Work: within 1 – 2 Months.
Gathered and organized supplementary material to support structured lessons.
Identified and proactively solved internal problems related to employee turnover by revamping training approaches.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Ain Shams University
Egypt, Cairo
09.1989 - 12.1993
High School Diploma -
Heliopolis School
Egypt, Cairo
09.1984 - 06.1986
Skills
Word, Excel, PowerPoint
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References
Hassan Oweida
F&B Consultant
UAE
+971506455615
Sherif Al Bedewy
Global Area Director
Brinker International, USA
+12146804396
Timeline
Regional Head of Operation
Bin Lahej Hospitality Divisions L.L.C, Chili's
01.2013 - 12.2020
Regional Director of Operations
Bin Lahej Hospitality Divisions L.L.C, Chili's & The Pizza Company
01.2010 - 01.2013
Regional Operations Manager
Bin Lahej Hospitality Divisions L.L.C, Chili's, Cantina Laredo & El Chico
08.2008 - 03.2010
Restaurant General Manager
Emirates International Restaurants L.L.C, Chili's
01.2003 - 07.2008
Trainer
Emirates International Restaurants L.L.C
05.1997 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Ain Shams University
09.1989 - 12.1993
High School Diploma -
Heliopolis School
09.1984 - 06.1986
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