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Dear Sir/Madam,

I am currently working as Sous Chef at Faletti’s Hotel, Lahore in Pakistan & I am working as a “Chef Instructor” at a culinary arts school CTTS (Center for Trade & Technician Skills)offering City & Guilds UK, Diploma Classes in Food Preparation & Culinary Arts. In addition to Manage the overall production area of the kitchen, I have been actively involved in food and beverage costing, setting up Mis-en-place and recipe cards development for my particular Kitchen .My past practical experience has proved my production and culinary skills to be exceptional and way above ordinary. Alongside, I have expertise in various cuisines like Pakistani, Continental, BBQ Italian and Steaks. Regards,

Sheikh Umair Haider

S/O Haider Raza

House No 18 Street No 8/A

Chah Bismillah Dhollanwal

Near Sabzazar B Block

Lahore, Pakistan.

Res No: - 092-042-37538769

Mobile No: - 092-322-***-****

Email address:-

acw3yv@r.postjobfree.com

Sheikh Umair Haider

Objective

To join a dynamic firm in a position that requires both innovative development and quality assurance management. As I am accomplished with strong combination of culinary experience and management skills. Now looking forward to next stage in career or a similar position that offers opportunity to continue significant contribution or a successful company that rewards on merit. Professional Career Track

CTTS(Centre for Trade & Technicion Skills)

February 11th, 2015 to date

Introduction- CTTS is a skill development institute, where they provide vocational and technical training in the finest and unique learning environment

Chef Instructor

Been teaching students successfully with a overall excellent result Faletti’s Hotel Lahore, Pakistan.

October13th, 2012 to Date

Introduction-One of the Finest & Oldest Hotels in Hospitality Industry. This Hotel Has the Privlege of Serving the Maker of Pakistan Qaid-e-azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. Sous Chef

Joined Faletti’s as a opening team member

Successfully assisting executive chef in organizing the new kitchen

Successfully handling various operations in kitchen such as kitchen equipment installation, placing & quality of kitchen products & organizing a fabulous team of kitchen staff etc etc.

Royal Pam Golf & Country Club Lahore, Pakistan.

September 27th 2011 to November05th, 2012

Introduction –A soothing retreat in the heart of the city, Royal Palm Golf & Country Club has been created for those who look for excellence in sporting, recreational and social activities. Royal Palm Golf & Country Club is unique in the country offering an extraordinary range of facilities and total privacy within its environs to the select few who belong.

Asst.Sous Chef

Successfully working as Ass.Sous chef at one of the finest Clubs in the country.

Preparing food on various theme dinners and luncheons.

Introducing new Menus & ideas in my particular kitchen

Maintaining HACCAP standards &improvising it

Managing a team of 15 cooks successfully

Pearl Continental Hotel, Lahore, Pakistan.

November 1st, 2009 to September 27th 2011

Introduction – Pearl Continental hotel is recognized as elite class leading chain of the hotels in Pakistan. The Hotel has altogether 645 rooms and eight world class restaurants serving world class delicacies to all king of target market.

Senior Cook- Steak House / COVO (The Italian Restaurant)

Successfully working as a senior cook at one of the finest dining restaurants of town.

Proficient in preparing USDA Prime Quality beef steaks and various Italian delicacies like pasta, pizzas and sea food items.

Expertise in recipe development and food and beverage costing.

Prepared food on various theme dinners and luncheons.

Successfully performed on various food festivals and promotions with leadership skills.

Islamabad Club, Islamabad, Pakistan

May 19th, 2008 to November 07th, 2009

Introduction- Islamabad club is recognized as an elite class leading clubs of the country. The club has four world class dining restaurants including French and Italian cuisines. Demi Chef: Club cafe/ Jharoka

Successfully worked as a Demi Chef at the Ala carte restaurants of the club.

Used to prepare various kinds of French and Italian food items.

Used to manage the team of 10 cooks

Sun Fort Hotel, Lahore, Pakistan

April 1st, 2006 to May 14th, 2008

Introduction:- The Company is renowned for its total dedication to customer service and enjoys a clearly defined outstanding role in the luxury market. Backed by the financial strength and business-building resource of the Directors, Sun fort has embarked on a selective growth program and planning to enter new markets.

Comis I: Hot Kitchen

Successfully worked as a Comis I in hot kitchen.

Prepared food on various theme diners and workshops.

Used to manage the team of 5 cooks.

Promoted: September 1st, 2006

Supervisor: Hot Kitchen

Promoted as a supervisor in hot kitchen.

Successfully introduced new menu for coffee shop ala cart’e restaurant

Used to manage the team of 6 cooks.

Avari Hotel, Lahore, Pakistan

March 4th, 2005 to March 9th, 2006

Introduction- The Avari Lahore is the winner of 4 consecutive, annual World Travel Awards for best hotel in Pakistan & Synonymous for offering the highest service levels alongside the best facilities catering to international traveler’s needs. Winner of Consumer Choice Award 2008 for best restaurants category for Fujiyama & Dynasty the hotel offers a choice of 5 dining options including Chines, Japanese, Pakistani and Continental.

Comis III Garde Manger

Successfully worked as Comis III in Garde Manger

Avari Hotel, Lahore, Pakistan

March 4th, 2005 to March 9th, 2006

2 Years apprenticeship in following sections

Kitchen Duration

Hot Kitchen Six Months

Butcher Shop Three Months

Pakistani Kitchen Three Months

BBQ Restaurant Three Months

Garde Manger Three Months

Bakery Three Months

Dynesty Three Months

Professional Awards, Certifications and Training Certificates August 6th, 2015

Awarded Certificate of participation on completing the orientation session on City & Guilds Hospitality Qualifications – 8065, 8066, 8067 & 8068 November 20th, 2014

Awarded letter of appreciation on performing my duty with outstanding performance in the month of October in Falettis Hotel Lahore Pakistan December 18th, 2013

Awarded letter of appreciation on an outstanding performance regarding on a unexpected arrival of Qatar Airlines Guests (Falettis Hotel Lahore Pakistan) September 6th, 2011

Awarded letter of appreciation for a job well done in achieving highest covers during Ramadan and Eid in Marco Polo restaurant (Pearl continental Hotel Lahore). October 20th, 2010

Awarded certificate of participation on the international Chef’s day in COTHM. October/November, 2010

Awarded fire fighting certificate in Pearl Continental Hotel Lahore. March 4th, 2010

Awarded letter of appreciation for my hard work exhibited in the newly established COVO restaurant in Pearl Continental Hotel Lahore.

August 29th, 2007

Received an appreciation letter in view of my services on 14th August 2007 in Sun Fort Hotel Lahore.

December 5th, 2003

Awarded letter of appreciation during my apprenticeship in Avari Hotel Lahore on my hard work for the organization.

May 3rd, 2003

Received certificate of advance English Language Course in Avari hotel Lahore. October 26th, 2004

Completed first aid to the injured course in Avari hotel Lahore. June 4th, 2004

Granted blood donor certificate in Avari hotel Lahore. Other Skills and Hobbies

I have learnt the art of fruit and vegetable carving

I am hard working as well as ambitious & I am also very familiar with using Microsoft Office Tools

I have good Managing skills

I enjoy working as a team and being a part of it

I am interested in music, basketball book reading and cooking

I love fusion cooking

Qualification:

I did my matric from Cathedral School 4- Church Road, Lahore in the annual examination 2000

(Science group) and Completed my Intermediate (F/A) from Government College & University Lahore, in the Annual examination 2002.

Personal Data:-

Born on October 22nd 1983 in Lahore, Pakistan as Muslim & I am married References:-

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