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Ahmad Khalid Ali

Ahmad Khalid Ali

Riyadh,Riyadh Region

Summary

Culinary professional with strong expertise in budgeting and purchasing within the culinary arts. Proven track record of enforcing hygiene standards and ensuring accountability in kitchen operations. Skilled in utilizing kitchen equipment effectively to enhance operational efficiency and maintain high-quality food preparation standards.

Offering strong leadership and organisational skills, with background in managing teams and ensuring smooth operations. Knowledgeable about health and safety regulations, inventory management, and customer service. Ready to use and develop skills in team management, food safety, and operational efficiency in [Desired Position] role.

Overview

3
3
Languages
18
18
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience

Work history

Kitchen manager

Shibak Beirut
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
2025.11 - Current
  • Implemented waste reduction measures resulting in cost savings and environmental benefits.
  • Introduced energy-saving practices in the kitchen, contributing towards sustainability goals.
  • Led regular staff meetings; encouraged open communication and problem-solving initiatives.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks for more accurate stock control.
  • Ensured food safety standards were met, preventing possible foodborne illnesses.
  • Identified necessary equipment repairs before breakdowns could disrupt service.

Assistant kitchen manager

Borij Hamam
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
2024.06 - 2025.10
  • Streamlined preparation processes, boosting efficiency in the kitchen.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness for a safe working environment.
  • Improved food quality by implementing new cooking techniques and recipes.
  • Encouraged team spirit amongst staff enhancing overall productivity.
  • Resolved customer complaints with tact and professionalism for enhanced customer satisfaction.
  • Recommended changes in supplies procurement leading to cost savings.
  • Oversaw maintenance of kitchen equipment, extending their service life.

SOUS CHEF

UNIQUE BLACK
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
2022.06 - 2024.04

Highly-motivated Sous Chef with dedicated work ethic and can-do attitude seeks opportunity to build upon strong menu creation, preparation and presentation skills. Thrives under pressure to run productive stations with highquality output. Coaches junior kitchen members to uplift team capabilities. Successful culinary professional with expertise in team and operations management. History maintaining high kitchen standards and exceeding expectations for food quality, safety and style.

POULE D'OR

CHEF DE PARTIE
Beirut, Lebanon
2019.03 - 2022.04

· Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks. Maintained clean and tidy food preparation areas. Prepared, produced and packed food in tight timescales. Checked freezers and refrigerators to verify correct storage and temperatures. Followed recipe speci cations strictly to produce high volume of food orders. Managed food usage by First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rules, avoiding unnecessary waste. Supervised and trained junior chefs cook assigned dishes

HAWA CHICKEN

CHEF DE PARTIE
Beirut, Lebanon
2015.01 - 2019.04

Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks. Maintained clean and tidy food preparation areas. Prepared, produced and packed food in tight timescales. Checked freezers and refrigerators to verify correct storage and temperatures. Followed recipe speci cations strictly to produce high volume of food orders. Managed food usage by First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rules, avoiding unnecessary waste. Supervised and trained junior chefs cook assigned dishes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Beirut school
Lebanon-Beirut
2002.04 - 2019.11

Skills

  • Demonstrated accountability
  • Culinary arts knowledge
  • Budgeting and purchasing
  • Kitchen equipment use
  • Hygiene standards enforcement

Languages

English
Native
Arabic
Native
French
Intermediate

Timeline

Kitchen manager

Shibak Beirut
2025.11 - Current

Assistant kitchen manager

Borij Hamam
2024.06 - 2025.10

SOUS CHEF

UNIQUE BLACK
2022.06 - 2024.04

POULE D'OR

CHEF DE PARTIE
2019.03 - 2022.04

HAWA CHICKEN

CHEF DE PARTIE
2015.01 - 2019.04

High School Diploma -

Beirut school
2002.04 - 2019.11
Ahmad Khalid Ali