MANAR AWAD
Dammam,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Recent Culinary Arts graduate from ZADK Academy seeking an entry-level kitchen position within a professional hospitality environment. Experienced through hands-on training in banquet, butchery, and bakery operations, with strong knowledge of food safety, kitchen organization, and team collaboration. Passionate about continuous learning and delivering high-quality culinary standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Culinary intern
Kempinski Hotel Al Othman
Al Khobar
2025.06 - 2025.08
- Supported daily kitchen operations across Banquet, Butchery, and Bakery sections
- Prepared mise en place according to hotel standards and chef instructions
- Assisted in meat preparation, trimming, portioning, and safe storage procedures
- Participated in large-scale banquet food preparation and service support
- Assisted with basic baking and pastry production
- Followed HACCP, food safety, and hygiene regulations at all times
- Maintained clean, organized workstations in line with hotel SOPs
Head Waiter
Leto Caffe
Dammam
2022.05 - 2024.01
- Coordinated between front-of-house and kitchen teams to ensure smooth service
- Ensured timely order flow and accurate food delivery
- Conducted inventory checks and monitored stock levels
- Trained new staff on service standards and workplace procedures
- Handled guest feedback professionally to maintain high customer satisfaction
Sales Assistant
Kamal Osman Jamjoom
Dammam
2020.08 - 2021.06
- Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment
- Maintained product displays and supported daily sales operations
- Built long-term customer relationships through effective communication
Education
Diploma - Culinary Arts
ZADK Academy
1 2024 - 1 2026
Bachelor of Arts - Archaeology and Tourism
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
1 2018 - 1 2023
Skills
- Recipe Development & Testing
- Menu Planning & Development
- Menu Costing Fundamentals
- Food Presentation & Plating
- Flavor Pairing & Ingredient Knowledge
- Bakery & Pastry Fundamentals
- Mise en Place Preparation
- HACCP & Food Safety Compliance
- Inventory & Stock Control
- Team Collaboration in Professional Kitchens
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Fast Learner & Highly Adaptable
- Discipline & Professional Work Ethic
- Clear Communication with Kitchen Teams
Certification
- Tourism Guidance Training Program – Ministry of Tourism
- Business Etiquette – Ministry of Tourism
- Eco-Tourism & Sustainability Fundamentals – Ministry of Tourism
- Customer Experience Design for Service Excellence – Ministry of Tourism
- Entertainment Project Management – General Entertainment Authority
- Education and Awareness in Museums – Ilmi Science
- Museums Impact Studies – Ilmi Science
LANGUAGES
Arabic (Native)
English – Upper-Intermediate
Timeline
Culinary intern
Kempinski Hotel Al Othman
2025.06 - 2025.08
Head Waiter
Leto Caffe
2022.05 - 2024.01
Sales Assistant
Kamal Osman Jamjoom
2020.08 - 2021.06
Diploma - Culinary Arts
ZADK Academy
1 2024 - 1 2026
Bachelor of Arts - Archaeology and Tourism
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
1 2018 - 1 2023