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SA' AD ZIDAN

SA' AD ZIDAN

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Passionate Chef with excellent kitchen management skills and ability to create innovative recipes. Adept at developing imaginative menu options, overseeing food prep, supervising staff, ordering inventory and negotiating with vendors. Experience supervising [60] staff involved in restaurant operations, including dining crew, sous chefs and line cooks.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

hospitality foundation
10.2022 - Current
  • I play a critical role in shaping the culinary identity of a restaurant and ensuring its success through exceptional food quality, efficient operations, and outstanding customer service.

Chef De Cuisine

Majid Al Futim
10.2021 - 10.2022
  • AS Chef de Cuisine I play a crucial role in assisting the executive chef in all aspects of kitchen management, from menu planning to staff supervision to maintaining quality standards
  • Their expertise and leadership contribute to the success of the culinary team and the overall dining experience for guests.

Chef De Cuisine ( Pre-Opening)

AL Kuzameh Trading
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • I play a pivotal role in shaping the culinary direction of a restaurant and ensuring the delivery of exceptional dining experiences
  • Their leadership, culinary expertise, and attention to detail contribute to the success and reputation of the establishment.

Sous Chef ( Pre-Oepning)

Marriott International (W Amman, St. Regis Amman)
08.2017 - 10.2019
  • I play a critical role in supporting the Executive Chef and ensuring the smooth functioning of the kitchen
  • Their responsibilities encompass various aspects of kitchen management, culinary execution, and staff supervision, contributing to the overall success of the restaurant.

Head butcher

Hilton Resort
10.2016 - 08.2017

· AS Head Chef Butchery plays a crucial role in shaping the culinary direction of an establishment, particularly in terms of meat preparation and utilization. Their expertise, leadership, and attention to detail contribute to the overall success and reputation of the kitchen.

Chef de Partie

Jumeirah Resort
09.2014 - 09.2016
  • Plays a crucial role in the kitchen brigade, contributing to the efficient operation of the kitchen, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring a memorable dining experience for guests
  • Their expertise, leadership, and attention to detail are essential for the success of the culinary team.

Demi Chef De Partie ( butchery

Jumeirah Resort
04.2013 - 09.2014

· As Demi Chef de Partie Butchery plays a crucial role in supporting the Chef de Partie Butchery and ensuring the efficient preparation and presentation of meat dishes in the kitchen. Their attention to detail, dedication to quality, and willingness to learn are essential for success in this role.

Commis Chef( banquet & Butchery)

Four Seasons
04.2012 - 04.2013
  • Food Preparation: assist in the preparation of dishes under the supervision of senior chefs
  • This includes chopping vegetables, butchering meat, preparing sauces, and other basic cooking tasks
  • Station Support: work across different sections or stations in the kitchen (such as appetizers, entrees, desserts) to support more experienced chefs
  • This involves ensuring all ingredients are prepared and ready for cooking
  • Cooking: responsible for cooking simpler dishes or components of dishes
  • They follow recipes and guidelines provided by senior chefs to ensure consistency and quality
  • Cleaning and Organization: Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen is crucial
  • Commis Chefs assist in cleaning workstations, equipment, and utensils, as well as storing ingredients properly.

Commis Chef

Saudi Brothers
02.2011 - 02.2012
  • Chopped, mixed and prepared ingredients for line cooks ahead of busy periods
  • Sourced seasonal, local produce to create exceptional dishes
  • Regularly conducted deep cleans of kitchen and storage areas to maintain hygiene
  • Adapted food preparation methods to meet vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dietary requests
  • Assisted head chefs with menu creation, exercising creativity and forward-planning skills
  • Performed opening mise-en-place duties, maintaining professionalism of restaurant.

Line Chef

T.G.I Fridays
02.2007 - 01.2011
  • Station Responsibility: typically oversees a specific station in the kitchen, such as the grill, sauté, appetizers, or desserts
  • They are responsible for preparing and cooking dishes assigned to their station
  • Food Preparation: involved in preparing ingredients, including butchering meat, chopping vegetables, preparing sauces, and ensuring all necessary components are ready for service
  • Cooking: execute cooking tasks according to recipes and standards set by the head chef or sous chefs
  • This involves grilling, sautéing, frying, baking, or any other cooking techniques required for their station
  • Timing and Coordination: manage the station efficiently during service times, ensuring that dishes are cooked to order and delivered to the serving staff or expediter in a timely manner
  • Quality Control: Maintaining food quality is crucial
  • Line Chefs ensure that dishes leaving their station meet presentation standards, portion sizes, and taste expectations.

Demi Chef de Partie

Grand haytt
01.2006 - 02.2007
  • Butchery plays a crucial role in supporting the Chef de Partie Butchery and ensuring the efficient preparation and presentation of meat dishes in the kitchen
  • Their attention to detail, dedication to quality, and willingness to learn are essential for success in this role., Learning and Observation: observe and learn from experienced chefs and kitchen staff
  • This includes understanding kitchen procedures, culinary techniques, food safety standards, and restaurant protocols
  • Food Preparation: assist in basic food preparation tasks under the supervision of senior chefs
  • This may include peeling vegetables, cutting ingredients, portioning meat, preparing sauces, and other foundational kitchen skills.

Trainee Chef

Century park hotel
09.2004 - 09.2005
  • Worked with energy and enthusiasm to deliver high-quality meals in fast-paced restaurant environments
  • Supported chefs in developing innovative, original recipes and seasonal menus
  • Recycled and disposed of food waste appropriately, improving overall kitchen sustainability.

Education

Highfields food safety level 1 Highfields food safety level 2 Highfields food safety -

Highfield
Saudi Arabia

Bachelor of Business Administration - Tourism &hotel Management

Philadelphia university, Applied university
2010

course may entail -

2005

Skills

  • 1 Menu Development: Designing menus that align with
  • The restaurant's concept, seasonality, and customer
  • Preferences This involves creativity, an understanding of
  • Food trends, and knowledge of ingredients
  • 2 Food Quality Control: Ensuring that all dishes leaving
  • The kitchen meet the established standards for taste
  • Presentation, and portion size This requires attention to
  • Detail and the ability to maintain consistency
  • 3 Kitchen Management: Supervising kitchen staff
  • Including hiring, training, and scheduling Executive chefs
  • Must create a positive work environment, foster
  • Teamwork, and address any issues that arise among staff
  • Members
  • 4 Inventory and Cost Management: Managing food
  • Inventory to minimize waste and control costs This
  • Involves ordering ingredients, tracking inventory levels
  • And implementing strategies to optimize profitability
  • Without sacrificing quality
  • 6 Vendor Relations: Building and maintaining
  • Relationships with food suppliers and vendors to secure
  • High-quality ingredients at competitive prices
  • Negotiating contracts and sourcing specialty items may
  • Also be part of the job
  • 7 Menu Pricing: Setting menu prices that balance
  • Profitability with customer expectations Executive chefs
  • Must consider ingredient costs, labor expenses, and
  • Market trends when determining pricing strategies
  • 8 Creative Innovation: Continuously experimenting with
  • New recipes, techniques, and presentations to keep the
  • Menu fresh and exciting Executive chefs often lead
  • Culinary teams in developing innovative dishes that
  • Showcase their culinary skills and reflect current food
  • Trends
  • 9 Customer Relations: Interacting with customers to
  • Gather feedback, address concerns, and ensure a
  • Positive dining experience Executive chefs may also
  • Participate in special events, such as cooking
  • 5 Food Safety and Sanitation: Enforcing strict hygiene
  • And safety standards to prevent foodborne illnesses and
  • Maintain compliance with health regulations Executive
  • Chefs are often responsible for ensuring that the kitchen
  • Meets all sanitation requirements
  • Demonstrations or wine dinners, to engage with guests
  • And promote the restaurant

Accomplishments

  • Menu Development: Creating innovative and appealing menus that showcase culinary expertise whilemeeting the restaurant's theme and customer preferences
  • Cost Control and Budgeting: Implementing cost-effective strategies without compromising food quality,leading to improved profitability
  • Staff Training and Development: Building a strong team through effective training programs, resulting inimproved kitchen efficiency and morale
  • Quality Control: Ensuring consistent quality of food through rigorous inspection and adherence to food safetystandards
  • Customer Satisfaction: Enhancing guest experience through excellent food quality, presentation, andpersonalized service
  • Recognition and Awards: Receiving industry awards or recognition for culinary achievements, such as Michelinstars or local accolades
  • Sustainability Initiatives: Implementing sustainable practices such as sourcing local ingredients, reducing foodwaste, or adopting eco-friendly kitchen operations
  • Special Events and Collaborations: Successfully organizing special events, collaborations with guest chefs, orthemed dining experiences that attract new clientele and media attention
  • Revenue Growth: Contributing to increased revenue through strategic menu planning, effective pricingstrategies, and marketing initiatives
  • Professional Development: Continuing education and staying updated with culinary trends, techniques, andbest practices to maintain high standards
  • Microsoft office ( word, Excel)
  • Microsoft Word: word processing, creating documents, reports, and letters
  • Skills include formatting text, usingstyles, creating tables, and managing document layout
  • Microsoft Excel: r data analysis, creating charts, and performing calculations
  • Skills include creating formulas,using functions (like SUM, VLOOKUP)
  • Additional information
  • Cuisine Experience
  • Steakhouse ( Turkish)
  • Butchery
  • QSR
  • Continental
  • Middle east

Timeline

Executive Chef

hospitality foundation
10.2022 - Current

Chef De Cuisine

Majid Al Futim
10.2021 - 10.2022

Chef De Cuisine ( Pre-Opening)

AL Kuzameh Trading
10.2019 - 10.2021

Sous Chef ( Pre-Oepning)

Marriott International (W Amman, St. Regis Amman)
08.2017 - 10.2019

Head butcher

Hilton Resort
10.2016 - 08.2017

Chef de Partie

Jumeirah Resort
09.2014 - 09.2016

Demi Chef De Partie ( butchery

Jumeirah Resort
04.2013 - 09.2014

Commis Chef( banquet & Butchery)

Four Seasons
04.2012 - 04.2013

Commis Chef

Saudi Brothers
02.2011 - 02.2012

Line Chef

T.G.I Fridays
02.2007 - 01.2011

Demi Chef de Partie

Grand haytt
01.2006 - 02.2007

Trainee Chef

Century park hotel
09.2004 - 09.2005

Bachelor of Business Administration - Tourism &hotel Management

Philadelphia university, Applied university

course may entail -

Highfields food safety level 1 Highfields food safety level 2 Highfields food safety -

Highfield
SA' AD ZIDAN