Nada Samaren
Medina,Medina Region
Summary
Culinary professional with extensive experience in meal preparation, customer service, and cultural awareness. Proven leadership in team collaboration and quality control, with expertise in menu costing, sensory evaluation, and event menu design. Skilled in flavor pairing, sauce creation, and garnishing techniques, ensuring exceptional food presentation. Committed to high standards of allergen awareness and nutrition knowledge while thriving in high-pressure environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Commis chef
Hotel Anwar ALmadinah movenpick
Al Madinah, Medina Region
2023.03 - 2024.02
- Assisted in menu development for events and seasonal promotions.
- Contributed to planning menus with seasonal dishes using local produce.
- Supported culinary team in preparing specialty foods.
- Maintained kitchen standards for cooking procedures and food presentation.
- Adhered to health and safety guidelines for food storage.
- Prepared ingredients for line cooking in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Followed food safety regulations for compliance.
- Helped plan seasonal dishes for upcoming menus.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by keeping work areas clean and organised.
- Developed garnishing techniques to improve plate aesthetics.
- Supported dish development, resulting in varied menu options.
- Followed recipes meticulously, ensuring consistent dish quality.
- Maintained high hygiene standards throughout kitchen operations.
Commis waiter
Ajad international for trading
Medina, Medina Region
2020.01 - 2021.08
- Opened bottles of wine at the table correctly – provided professional beverage service.
- Collaborated with chefs to gain comprehensive knowledge of menu items.
- Assisted in answering customer queries effectively.
- Took initiative in learning about wine pairings – increased ability to make recommendations.
- Performed daily mise-en-place duties to support smooth operations during peak hours.
- Managed food and beverage orders effectively, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff for streamlined meal service.
Commis chef and administration
Rab way extra chees
Medina, Medina Region
2017.02 - 2021.06
Education
Diploma - Administration basic
Umm AL-Qura university
Madinah 01/2024 - 06/2024
Diploma - Administration food and supply
Umm AL-Qura university
Medina, Medina Region 01/2024 - 06/2024
Skills
- Meal preparation and planning
- Customer service and relations
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Equipment maintenance and handling
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Time-sensitive coordination
- Menu costing and development
- Sensory evaluation expertise
- Event menu design and execution
- Stress resilience and adaptability
- Flavour pairing and sauce creation
- Allergen awareness and nutrition knowledge
- Quality control focus in culinary practices
- Garnishing techniques for food presentation
Languages
Arabic
Intermediate
English
Elementary
Affiliations
- Reading
- sport
Timeline
Commis chef
Hotel Anwar ALmadinah movenpick
2023.03 - 2024.02
Commis waiter
Ajad international for trading
2020.01 - 2021.08
Commis chef and administration
Rab way extra chees
2017.02 - 2021.06
Diploma - Administration basic
Umm AL-Qura university
01/2024 - 06/2024
Diploma - Administration food and supply
Umm AL-Qura university
01/2024 - 06/2024