OBJECTIVE
Passionate, driven chef with experience managing
perishable inventory and creating meal specials to optimize the use of ingredients seeking a job as a lead cook (Chef) where I can help improve kitchen operations through prompt and attentive service. Detail-oriented when interpreting meal tickets and able to display tact and courtesy when following up with servers about allergy issues or special requests
ABDUL QAFOOR
MOHAMED RIFKHAN
DEMI CHEF
PROFILE
Serving more than 10 years in
Hospitality industry. Enthusiastic and
dedicated Chef with expertise in
delivering top-quality customer
service. Detailed knowledge of
international cuisines, and highly
skilled at working in high-pressure,
quick-changing restaurant
environments for customers
expecting the highest standards.
Extensive knowledge of sourcing
organic ingredients to provide high-
quality produce
CONTACT
PHONE:
WHATSAPP:
EMAIL:
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LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
English
Arabic
Hindi
Tamil
WORK EXPERIENCE
1 Saudi Airline Catering Commi 1
Saudi Arabian Airlines Catering
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
From 2012 to 2015
Prepare different types of sandwich, Appetizers, salads & Starters
Worked within a strict time frame
Maintain strict personal hygiene and grooming standards
Keep clean and sanitize the station all the time
Manage time to send trolleys to aircraft on time 2 – ALshaya Bebal Line Cook
MH Alshaya Restaurent
Doha Qatar
From 2017 to 2020
Prepare all types of Arabic food ( Salads, Sandwich,Main Courses )
Make the preparation according to executive chef’s par level
Manage Cold Kitchen and process all then food according to the standard timing
Handle hot and grill kitchen and execute all the orders according to the standard timing
Clean and organize kitchen
Minimize wastage and monitor cutting area
Checking temperature and update cold, Hot and reheat logs
Conduct Weekly stock take
3 – Chef
Qatar Airways
Qatar
From 2022 to Present
Act as a enthusiastic chef
Pitched ideas on how to improve food standards
To make sure that hygiene standards are strictly followed
To ensure that all the service operation procedures are followed at all times
To ensure that all standards set for food presentation, quality and quantity are met and monitored
To ensure that all company policies with regards to operating equipment are fully implemented and followed
To check that all operation in the kitchen area
To control wastage and contribute to cost saving measures 4 – Demi Chef Di Party
Gloria Jeans Coffee Shop
Saudi Aarabia
From 2021 to 2022
Ensure the quality of food served and the highest standard possible appropriate to that area
Be responsible for stocks and control of wastage, in according to company standards
Always provide a courteous and professional service and ensure that any guest complaints are promptly
rectified and communicated to the head chef
Always maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene
5 – Demi Chef Di Party
Swiss Hotel
Kandy Sri Lanka
From 2020 to 2021
Prepare western and Indian cuisine.
Carry out cleaning within your own department ensuring that hygiene and safety standards are maintained.
Have a complete understanding of the hotel’s employee handbook and comply with the regulations contained within.
Create and maintain an effective working relationship with colleagues and Managers
Always maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene.
SKILLS
1. Teamwork
2. Customer Service
3. Menu Designing
4. Hygiene discipline
5. Creativity in Food
6. Office Administration
7. Industry Awareness
8. Time Management
EDUCATION &
CERTIFICATIONS
Primary Education Up to Ordinary Level -2007
Udispattuwa Boys School Kandy Sri Lanka
Certificate in Restaurant & Bar conducted by Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management -2008
Fire Safety Orientation Course by Saudi Airline Catering in 2015
Basic Food Safety Training By MH Alshaya Co Qatar in 2018
Participated in chemical safe handling procedure & Product awareness by Bebal Restaurant Qatar-2018
APPRECIATIONS & AWARDS
Received appreciation for found an insect in iceberg While Portioning time by Saudi Airline catering in 2012
Received appreciations for contributing to “Successful Hajj Operations for the year 2013G/1434H”
Received appreciations for found small cockroach in lettuce frisse while portioning time in 2012
Recognized & Certified as best vigilant staff by Saudi Airline Catering for found hair in vine leaves during routine preparation in 2015
Received appreciation for smooth handling of mock trial of Madinah new International Aiport in 2015
Rewarded for Unit Best Employee of the Month of July in 2014 by Saudi Airline Catering
Awarded for best hygiene & Food safety staff in 2014 by Saudi Airline Catering