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TAMIM HAIDAR

Dubai
TAMIM HAIDAR

Summary

High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows.

Overview

16
years of professional experience

Work History

Asma restaurant al khawaneeg

Head Chef
11.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.

azkadnia restaurant abu dhabi

sous chef
03.2017 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.

Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort, U

assistant chef
03.2016 - 01.2017

Job overview

  • Assisted head chef in cooking dishes according to ingredients.
  • Chopped ingredients and garnishes.
  • Checked food inventory and ordered ingredients.
  • Cleaned kitchen work area by sanitizing all cooking equipment, utensils and counters.
  • Stored food safely and orderly in freezer and refrigerator.
  • Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
  • Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
  • Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
  • Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
  • Assisted in menu preparation, making suggestions, and researching recipes compatible with existing menu items.
  • Received delivered, sorted produce and stored supplies quickly to maintain quality and condition.

Chili's Grill & Bar

Assistant Chef
08.2010 - 04.2012

Job overview

  • Assisted head chef in cooking dishes according to ingredients.
  • Chopped ingredients and garnishes.
  • Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
  • Verified food temperatures and quality ahead of service to maintain standards.
  • Floated throughout kitchen to assist in meal preparation and plating, effectively anticipating chef, and waiting staff's needs.
  • Checked food inventory and ordered ingredients.
  • Cleaned kitchen work area by sanitizing all cooking equipment, utensils and counters.
  • Received delivered, sorted produce and stored supplies quickly to maintain quality and condition.
  • Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.

safita cham palace

Pastry Chef
03.2007 - 01.2009

Job overview

  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
  • Personalized creations for holidays, weddings, graduations, and personal events.

Education

Higher Secondary School And Intermediate Hotelier
Syria

High School Diploma
04.2007

Skills

  • Disciplinary Action
  • Chef Consultations
  • Knowledge of Kitchen Tools
  • Performance Tests Conduction
  • Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
  • Fine Dining Expertise
  • Equipment Purchasing
  • BOH Operations
  • Create Recipes
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Inventory and Supply Management

Accomplishments

  • Prepares daily production list -verifies that kitchen staff follows all recipes portions servings correctly -keeps kitchen, dish, and storage areas clean and organized - places food and supply orders as directed -receives product be verifying invoice and freshness of merchandise -hires and trains employees to company standards -set an excellent customer service and work examples -actively participates as a member of the management team -oversees kitchen labor and food cost to budgetary requirements - manages staffing levels throughout shift -ensure all food is served to specification
  • Job Description:
  • 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

Languages

Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
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Timeline

Head Chef

Asma restaurant al khawaneeg
11.2018 - Current

sous chef

azkadnia restaurant abu dhabi
03.2017 - 01.2018

assistant chef

Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort, U
03.2016 - 01.2017

Assistant Chef

Chili's Grill & Bar
08.2010 - 04.2012

Pastry Chef

safita cham palace
03.2007 - 01.2009

Higher Secondary School And Intermediate Hotelier

High School Diploma
TAMIM HAIDAR