Eshaq Alhoson
Jeddah,Mecca Region
Summary
Creative Pastry Chef with talent for crafting innovative desserts that delight customers and boost sales. Skilled in creating unique recipes and leading pastry teams to improve productivity and quality. Recognised for transforming dessert menus and enhancing customer satisfaction in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Pastry chef
Osen Factory
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2024.01 - Current
- Led team training for enhanced productivity and quality control in the bakery department.
- Maintained stringent food safety standards throughout all baking processes.
- Managed inventory, reducing waste and optimising efficiency.
- Streamlined kitchen operations to improve work flow and efficiency.
- Worked closely with suppliers, fostering strong relationships for better product sourcing.
- Improved menu diversity by introducing innovative pastry designs and flavours.
- Monitored ovens, setting time and temperature controls to achieve optimum baking results.
- Minimised food contaminating risks and controlled shrinkage with proper storage of perishable foods.
- Used proper kneading techniques to achieve optimal dough development.
- Determined product quantities for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
Pastry chef
L’Eclair de Génie - Saudi
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2019.01 - 2023.12
- Developed seasonal dessert menus for improved variety and appeal.
- Achieved consistent production quality with adherence to recipes and instructions.
- Prepared delicate pastries for enhancing dining experience of clients.
- Assured freshness by daily baking of diverse pastries, breads, and cakes.
- Worked closely with kitchen staff, ensuring smooth operations and food safety protocols.
- Maintained high cleanliness standards to guarantee hygienic working environment.
- Participated in food festivals, showcasing unique pastry creations.
- Produced and hand-formed croissants, sweet pastries and traditional breads.
- Followed set baking recipes to measure and mix ingredients to specifications and guarantee product consistency.
Pastry chef
Knead Bakery
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2018.01 - 2018.12
- Worked closely with senior chefs for menu planning.
- Ensured cleanliness in the kitchen to maintain health and safety standards.
- Assisted head chef in delivering quality dishes within tight deadlines.
- Streamlined kitchen operations, leading to smoother service during busy periods.
- Supervised junior staff, ensuring efficient teamwork during service hours.
- Maintained inventory control without compromising on food quality or taste.
- Checked freezers and refrigerators to verify correct storage and temperatures.
- Prepared, produced and packed food in tight timescales.
Chef de partie
Malekat Wedding Hall
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2016.01 - 2016.12
- Forecasted demand and orders optimum level of supplies to prevent spoilage.
- Inspected completed work and stations to verify conformance with standards.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
- Removed expired food from kitchen areas, composting waste and recycling packaging.
- Built and maintained strong working relationship with staff across business.
Chef assistant
Baking Passion Local Business
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2012.12 - 2015.12
- Adapted quickly during busy periods to maintain service speed.
- Carried out daily food prep, reduced waste and cost.
- Used kitchen equipment as instructed and to safety protocols.
Education
Diploma of Education - Baking & Pastry Art
APCA - Schools of Pastry & Culinary
Maylasia 2012.02 - 2012.11
pastry Chef - Training
L'ÉCLAIR DE GÉNIE - FRANCE
France 2019.07 - 2019.08
Training - Developing new menus
L'ÉCLAIR DE GÉNIE - FRANCE
France 2023.03 - 2023.03
Skills
- Baking and pastry
- Menu Development
- Employee Training
- Cost Management
- Attention to Detail
- Quality Control
- Management
- Learning Agility
- Self-confidence
- Coaching
- Positive Discipline
- Decision-Making
- Team Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Easily Adaptable
- Guest satisfaction
- Health & Safety regulations
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- workout
- Running
Timeline
Pastry chef
Osen Factory
2024.01 - Current
Training - Developing new menus
L'ÉCLAIR DE GÉNIE - FRANCE
2023.03 - 2023.03
pastry Chef - Training
L'ÉCLAIR DE GÉNIE - FRANCE
2019.07 - 2019.08
Pastry chef
L’Eclair de Génie - Saudi
2019.01 - 2023.12
Pastry chef
Knead Bakery
2018.01 - 2018.12
Chef de partie
Malekat Wedding Hall
2016.01 - 2016.12
Chef assistant
Baking Passion Local Business
2012.12 - 2015.12
Diploma of Education - Baking & Pastry Art
APCA - Schools of Pastry & Culinary
2012.02 - 2012.11