Omar hassoun
Alkobar
Summary
Driven and ready to contribute, bringing strong organizational skills and collaborative nature to support kitchen operations efficiently. Possesses keen attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure. Aiming to enhance culinary team success and improve overall kitchen productivity.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work history
Chef's assistant
Shally group (zankil restaurant)
Alkobar , Saudi Arabia
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted chefs with preparing and presenting food, employing meticulous attention to detail and quality standards.
- Organised kitchen stations to maintain an efficient workflow during service.
- Supported training of new staff members on kitchen procedures and protocols.
- Trained junior kitchen staff in food preparation and hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with head chef for improved recipe development.
- Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
- Followed good operating practices, safety standards and equipment maintenance protocols to minimise downtime.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in ordering supplies when necessary.
chef
Modern dish
Alkobar , Saudi Arabia
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Prepared diverse menu items with attention to presentation and flavour.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal service during peak hours.
- Implemented food safety standards and maintained cleanliness in food preparation areas.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and kitchen protocols.
- Developed seasonal menus by sourcing local ingredients and experimenting with recipes.
Chef
Hospitality Development GroupBeit Misk Restaurant
Dammam , Saudi Arabia
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Prepared diverse range of dishes by utilising fresh, seasonal ingredients.
- Collected and implemented feedback to enhance menu items and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff in food preparation and safety standards.
- Coordinated prep work, streamlined the cooking process.
Sous chef
Al yacht & red dragon
Dammam , Saudi Arabia
07.2011 - 01.2015
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure proper stock levels and reduce wastage of food items.
- Conducted regular kitchen inspections to ensure compliance with hygiene standards and operational procedures.
- Assisted head chef in menu development, resulting in innovative dining experiences.
- Streamlined kitchen processes by implementing effective time management strategies.
Sous chef
Caracas Suit Hotel
Suwayda , Syria
01.2008 - 06.2011
- Conducted staff training sessions to enhance culinary skills and knowledge.
- Supervised daily food prep operations, ensuring consistency across all dishes served.
- Trained junior kitchen staff in food preparation and hygiene practices.
- Checked freezers and refrigerators to verify correct storage and temperatures.
- Helped staff adhere to restaurant quality and service requirements through effective management and motivation.
Night Chef
Regency Park
Damascus , Syria
01.2007 - 01.2008
Education
04.2006
Skills
- Recipe modification
- Vegetable carving
- Cost efficient purchasing
- Food storage management
- Hygiene consciousness
- Culinary creativity
- Supply ordering efficiency
- Culinary passion
- Multi-Tasking capability
- Garnishing artistry
- Familiarity with dietary restrictions
- Nutritional understanding
- Use of kitchen appliances
- Basic computer literacy
- Grilling techniques
- Sushi rolling
- Stress resistance
- Grilling expertise
- Commercial kitchen operation
- Special diet catering
- Sauces preparation
- Stock making
- Effective plating techniques
- Recipe scaling and conversion
- Food preparation
- Staff training
- Menu planning
- Food preparations
- Vegan meat replacements
- Central production kitchen operations
- Accurate stock counts
- Health and safety awareness
- Kitchen health and safety standards
- Kitchen equipment management
- Stock control
- Allergen awareness
- Recipe development
- Food Hygiene
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Chef's assistant - Shally group (zankil restaurant)
12.2022 - Current
chef - Modern dish
01.2019 - 12.2022
Chef - Hospitality Development GroupBeit Misk Restaurant
01.2015 - 01.2019
Sous chef - Al yacht & red dragon
07.2011 - 01.2015
Sous chef - Caracas Suit Hotel
01.2008 - 06.2011
Night Chef - Regency Park
01.2007 - 01.2008
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