MOHAMMAD IBRAHIM ABOU KHASHABA
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Innovative Executive Chef known for elevating culinary experiences and leading kitchen teams to new heights. Delivered transformative menu enhancements and streamlined kitchen operations, resulting in award-winning dining experiences. Adept at fostering collaborative atmosphere and driving continuous improvement in high-pressure environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
Tabakh Al Waldah
Dubai
10.2016 - 11.2024
- Company Overview: Bait AlWaldah -the best fine dining international restaurant
- Manage daily kitchen operations with 70+ staff members
- Redevelop menu since in 2016, increasing sales revenue by 200%
- Oversee food preparation and production, ensuring food safety procedures are always 100% adhered to
- Train staff following modules (i.e Professional Cooking Course) improving kitchen operational flow by 60%, while maintaining 100% employee retention
- Developed process that reduced wastage by 30% and monitor while improving supply turnover by 60%
- Completed ISO Internal Audit Training Course in 2019
- Bait AlWaldah -the best fine dining international restaurant
Sous Chef
Traditional Qatari Restaurant
Doha, Qatar
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Maintained high standards of food preparation by following recipes accurately.
- Delegated tasks to junior chefs for efficient kitchen operations.
- Ensured quality control with strict adherence to hygiene regulations.
- Delivered consistent culinary excellence to diners through attention to detail in plating and presentation.
- Assisted head chef in menu development, resulting in innovative dining experiences.
- Managed inventory efficiently, minimising waste and optimising resource use.
- Achieved 5 star rating by delivering exceptional dishes and prompt service.
Assistant Sous Chef
Sea food 3 Stars Restaurant
Doha, Qatar
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
- Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Increased sales by 60% by providing customer satisfaction.
Restaurant Manager/Owner
Fried Chicken House
Egypt
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Company Overview: Restaurant Manager/Owner
- Restaurant Manager/Owner
- Maintained high food quality standards to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Achieved harmonious kitchen environment, fostering effective team collaboration.
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste and cost overruns that increased sales by 200%
Chef De Partie
Marriott Hotel
Egypt
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Follow instructions and recommendations from executive chef and sous chef
- Plan and execute menus in collaboration with other colleagues
- Manage inventory and place orders in timely manner
- Supervise junior chefs or commis
- Set up and stock kitchen stations
- Plate cooked foods
- Maintain food safety and hygiene standards
- Provided culinary training for junior staff to improve their skills to 75%.
Preparation Meat
Edfina Foods
Egypt
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Ensured high-quality meat cuts by following standard operating procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness of workspace for safe and hygienic work environment.
- Ensured 100% adherence to health regulations through strict operational standards.
- Achieved desired level of freshness with careful storage practices.
- Graded meat according to quality by assessing texture, fat content, and colour.
Engineer of Food Industry
Juhayna
Egypt
01.1998 - 01.2007
- Developed new mechanical systems to improve performance.
- Minimised safety risks with thorough inspections and maintenance schedules.
- Designed innovative engineering strategies for 100% improved productivity.
- Led team meetings, fostering effective communication amongst team.
- Cooperated with cross-functional teams during project development stages.
- Facilitated productive client meetings ensuring clear communication of complex technical concepts.
Education
Diploma - Professional Cooking Course
Future Kitchen Academy
Egypt 01.2022 - 06.2022
Cairo University - Food and Beverages Industry and Quality Control
Cairo University
Egypt 01.1997 - 06.2000
Diploma - Internal Audit
MS Certification
Qatar 01.2019 - 02.2019
Diploma - Culinary - Arabian Meat Training Course
Monappetit
Egypt 12.2018 - 12.2018
Skills
- Arabic Cuisine Creativity
- Seafood Cuisine
- Trainer/Speaker
- Knife Work
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Driving Skills with International Driving License
- Recipe modification
- Menu development proficiency
- Quality control expertise
- Decision-Making expertise
Certification
- CERTIFIED CHEF, Future Kitchen Academy
- Professional Cooking Course, 01/01/14 - 01/01/23
- Certificate on Internal Audit Training Course ISO 2015
- Arabian Meat Training Course, Monappetit
Languages
Arabic
Beginner
English
Beginner
French
Upper intermediate
Affiliations
- Sports - Football
- Walking
- Fishing
Timeline
Diploma - Professional Cooking Course
Future Kitchen Academy
01.2022 - 06.2022
Diploma - Internal Audit
MS Certification
01.2019 - 02.2019
Diploma - Culinary - Arabian Meat Training Course
Monappetit
12.2018 - 12.2018
Executive Chef
Tabakh Al Waldah
10.2016 - 11.2024
Sous Chef
Traditional Qatari Restaurant
01.2016 - 01.2021
Assistant Sous Chef
Sea food 3 Stars Restaurant
01.2014 - 01.2016
Restaurant Manager/Owner
Fried Chicken House
01.2011 - 01.2014
Chef De Partie
Marriott Hotel
01.2009 - 01.2014
Preparation Meat
Edfina Foods
01.2008 - 01.2010
Engineer of Food Industry
Juhayna
01.1998 - 01.2007
Cairo University - Food and Beverages Industry and Quality Control
Cairo University
01.1997 - 06.2000
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