Hi, I’m
Sartaj Samad
khobar,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 13 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and efficient in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven skills. Nutrition-conscious Restaurant Cook offering excellent skills in preparing food to order and handling special dietary requests. Understanding of all food safety guidelines and able to perform tasks with expediency. Pursuing similar position where focus and dedication are highly sought. Accomplished meat cook who executes modern techniques and brings in up-to-date knowledge on the barbecuing, roasting and grilling of meat. Experienced in the safe preparation of a variety of food.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
GRIDDLE RESTAURANTKhobar, SAUDI ARABIA
Chef
03.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Oversaw kitchen operations for in-house dining and outside catering events, maintaining reliable, quality food service.
- Minimised kitchen waste through effective recycling, composting and disposal systems.
- Maintained strict food health, hygiene and safety standards for ongoing kitchen compliance.
- Collaborated effectively with kitchen and waiting staff to facilitate smooth, efficient service outcomes.
- Monitored line work processes to ensure consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Monitored kitchen staff and environments to ensure appropriate safety procedures were implemented.
- Utilised proper cleaning techniques to sanitise counters and utensils, enabling safe preparation of raw produce.
- Communicated with servers and FOH staff to maintain efficient workflow and address special requests.
- Sourced local and imported food and ingredients to fulfil menu needs.
- Curated seasonal menus to promote new business and encourage use of local vendors.
- Enforced safe food-handling, preparation and storage protocols to reduce risk of food-borne illnesses.
SAJJ AL MAJAZDAMMAM, SAUDI ARABIA
Chef
11.2018 - 02.2021
Job overview
- Minimised kitchen waste through effective recycling, composting and disposal systems.
- Maintained strict food health, hygiene and safety standards for ongoing kitchen compliance.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Utilised proper cleaning techniques to sanitise counters and utensils, enabling safe preparation of raw produce.
- Monitored kitchen staff and environments to ensure appropriate safety procedures were implemented.
- Communicated with servers and FOH staff to maintain efficient workflow and address special requests.
- Prevented allergen cross-contamination through meticulous food preparation, cooking and plating.
- Monitored line work processes to ensure consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
AL YAMAMA COMPANYKHOBAR, SAUDI ARABIA
Chef
11.2016 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
- Minimised kitchen waste through effective recycling, composting and disposal systems.
- Maintained strict food health, hygiene and safety standards for ongoing kitchen compliance.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Oversaw kitchen operations for in-house dining and outside catering events, maintaining reliable, quality food service.
- Sourced local and imported food and ingredients to fulfil menu needs.
- Communicated with servers and FOH staff to maintain efficient workflow and address special requests.
- Drafted and implemented new recipes to drive patron satisfaction.
- Curated seasonal menus to promote new business and encourage use of local vendors.
- Enforced safe food-handling, preparation and storage protocols to reduce risk of food-borne illnesses.
Hotel ShafafSrinagar, India
Chef
02.2012 - 07.2016
Job overview
- Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
- Oversaw kitchen operations for in-house dining and outside catering events, maintaining reliable, quality food service.
- Maintained strict food health, hygiene and safety standards for ongoing kitchen compliance.
- Prevented allergen cross-contamination through meticulous food preparation, cooking and plating.
- Monitored line work processes to ensure consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Collaborated effectively with kitchen and waiting staff to facilitate smooth, efficient service outcomes.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Monitored kitchen staff and environments to ensure appropriate safety procedures were implemented.
Hotel YamberzalSrinagar, India
Chef
01.2009 - 11.2011
Job overview
- Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
- Minimised kitchen waste through effective recycling, composting and disposal systems.
- Oversaw kitchen operations for in-house dining and outside catering events, maintaining reliable, quality food service.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Maintained strict food health, hygiene and safety standards for ongoing kitchen compliance.
- Collaborated effectively with kitchen and waiting staff to facilitate smooth, efficient service outcomes.
- Utilised proper cleaning techniques to sanitise counters and utensils, enabling safe preparation of raw produce.
- Sourced local and imported food and ingredients to fulfil menu needs.
- Curated seasonal menus to promote new business and encourage use of local vendors.
Education
GOVT HIGH SCHOOL KARAHAMA JAMMU AND KASHMIRINDIA
High School Diploma from ENGLISH URDU
01.2007 - 01.2009
Skills
- Signature dish creation
- Recipe development
- Kitchen sustainability improvements
- Kitchen sanitation procedures
- Workflow optimisation
- Food inventories
- In-store baking
Languages
English
Intermediate
Timeline
Chef
GRIDDLE RESTAURANT
03.2021 - Current
Chef
SAJJ AL MAJAZ
11.2018 - 02.2021
Chef
AL YAMAMA COMPANY
11.2016 - 07.2018
Chef
Hotel Shafaf
02.2012 - 07.2016
Chef
Hotel Yamberzal
01.2009 - 11.2011
GOVT HIGH SCHOOL KARAHAMA JAMMU AND KASHMIR
High School Diploma from ENGLISH URDU
01.2007 - 01.2009
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