SHAHIDAH HUSSEIN
CHEF
Dubai,DU
Summary
Adept at enhancing kitchen operations and reducing food waste, I leveraged time-saving techniques at bliss bites restaurant, elevating service efficiency. Skilled in proper food handling and excelling in high-pressure environments, my adaptability and problem-solving skills have consistently improved customer satisfaction and operational standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Chef De Partie
BLISS BITES RESTAURANT. {APPAREL GROUP}
DUBAI
11.2023 - Current
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Head Waitress
Copala Restaurant Limited
DUBAI
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Assigned work tasks and coordinated activities of dining room personnel to provide prompt and successful service to patrons.
- Trained staff members on use of POS system.
- Managed food resources, memorized orders, and coordinated customer service.
- Used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
- Supervised server staff and simultaneously served personal section of tables.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food orders, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
Waitress
Crave Restaurant
CAIRO
05.2019 - 09.2022
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
Education
BACHELOR LANGUAGES AND TRANSLATION -
MOUNTAINS OF THE MOON UNIVERSITY
FORT PORTAL, UGANDA 06.2009 - 08.2012
Skills
Proper food handling
Counter sanitization
Food spoilage prevention
Portion standards
Knife skills
Sauce preparation
Allergen awareness
Food safety
Operations support
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Chef De Partie
BLISS BITES RESTAURANT. {APPAREL GROUP}
11.2023 - Current
Head Waitress
Copala Restaurant Limited
05.2022 - 06.2023
Waitress
Crave Restaurant
05.2019 - 09.2022
BACHELOR LANGUAGES AND TRANSLATION -
MOUNTAINS OF THE MOON UNIVERSITY
06.2009 - 08.2012