Hi, I’m
Dany Jawabira
Beirut
Summary
Results-oriented professional with over 25 years of experience in back-office operations, project planning, and workflow prioritization. A well-developed palate enhances culinary expertise, embracing endless possibilities within the kitchen and a commitment to continuous learning. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining focus and productivity under high-stress conditions. Recognized for exceptional skills in [Type], contributing to successful outcomes and fostering a collaborative team atmosphere.
Overview
31
years of professional experience
Work History
TFT Catering Under OAK Company
Executive Chef
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
RESTAURANT CEDRE ZURICH
Executive Chef
01.2021 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Helping the team to learn the new
- Tips technology inside Lebanese Kitchen and how to plate it with the beauty of Oriental style.
- Executive Chef for three brunch 2021-2023
CAT & MOUTH CATERING, Central Kitchen, Dekwaneh
Executive sous Chef
03.1999 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Assist Executive Chef in daily back-office paperwork (requisitions, cost sheets, production records ...)
- Inspect supplies, equipment and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards
- Supervise/ coordinate activities of cooks or workers engaged in food preparation.
- Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.
- Achievements
- Could serve up to 5000 guests during summer weekends
- Certain kitchen dishes are only to be prepared by me ( Fois gras, terrine...)
- Coordinated the opening of Beit El Dine inauguration with Potel et Chabot
- In all occasion of Cat &Mouth serving royalty dignitaries and head of states I would be supervising and serving
- Received training from Chef Jean Christoff and other acclaimed Michelin Star chefs
CASABLANCA, Ain el Mraise, Beirut
Kitchen Chef by night
04.1995 - 07.1997
Job overview
- Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that it is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner.
- Coordinate assignments of cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation.
- Test cooked food by tasting and smelling it to ensure its taste and flavor conformity.
BABYLONE, Sodeco, Beirut
Kitchen chef by day
03.1995 - 05.1997
Job overview
- Estimate ingredients and supplies required to prepare a recipe.
- Specify food portions for production and time sequences, and workstation and equipment arrangements.
- Forecast staff, equipment, and supply requirements based on a master menu or season
THE CHASE, Ashrafieh , Beirut
Chef
06.1994 - 02.1995
Job overview
- Grill, cook, and fry food.
- Clean food preparation equipment, work areas, counters, or tables.
- Restock kitchen supplies, and label the dates all the items and making sure applying FIFO
- Perform general cleaning activities in kitchen and dining areas.
Education
TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF CULINARY TEACHING
Certificate from Culinary Studies and Kitchen Management
06.1996
Skills
- Food plating and presentation
- Budgeting and cost control
- Sanitation coordination
- Signature dish creation
- Forecasting and planning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Full Professional
Timeline
Executive Chef
TFT Catering Under OAK Company
08.2024 - Current
Executive Chef
RESTAURANT CEDRE ZURICH
01.2021 - 01.2023
Executive sous Chef
CAT & MOUTH CATERING, Central Kitchen, Dekwaneh
03.1999 - 01.2021
Kitchen Chef by night
CASABLANCA, Ain el Mraise, Beirut
04.1995 - 07.1997
Kitchen chef by day
BABYLONE, Sodeco, Beirut
03.1995 - 05.1997
Chef
THE CHASE, Ashrafieh , Beirut
06.1994 - 02.1995
TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF CULINARY TEACHING
Certificate from Culinary Studies and Kitchen Management
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