Profile Summary
A skilled Culinary Professional, offering over 29 years of experience in Menu Design /Development, Food Styling & Presentation, Mass Kitchen Operations & Event Management
Expertise in functions, events and celebration planning and implementing Recognized for a comprehensive knowledge of international & Oriental desserts and an innovative approach to setting the stage for a customized dining experience
Refining the art of cooking; developing impressive menus; and preparing culinary dishes influenced by culturally diverse regions around the globe
Excellence in managing the team and daily operation cost estimation, pre-sales activities, risk analysis to quality management in line with the guidelines & norms
Exhibiting experience in conceptualizing recipes, designing kitchens, setting up culinary operations, launching bakery Shops, restaurants and implementing quality and cost standards; insightful knowledge and awareness formulating Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) such as HACCP and crystal
Played a key role in designing and developing systems like, ISO & HACCP
Evolved effective procedures, establishing service standards, and operational policies while reducing operational costs through effective cost control measures leading large team, developing systems, implementing P&Ps, Budgeting, Sales & Marketing skills
Innovative & articulate in refining the art of cooking, developing impressive menus and introducing culinary dishes influenced by culturally diverse regions around the globe; strong exposure in preparing bakeries, Pastries, oriental sweets and savories and other specialty dishes.
Core Competencies
Kitchen Administration & Operations
Menu Design / Development
Pre-Opening Preparations
Fine Dining / Menu Planning
Resource Procurement / Inventory
Functions Design / Layout
Corporate & Personal Events
Decorations / Bakeries
Safety / ISO 2200 / HACCP
Food Promotions / Planning
Strategic Planning / Execution
Health care / Diet & Lights
Staff Training & Development
Bulk preparations / Fine deserts
Team Management & Leadership
Notable Accomplishments
2005 < opening certificate hotel Habtoor Grande resort & spa Dubai UAE
2007 < letter of appreciation oasis hotel l al Khobar KSA
2008 < Employee of the month oasis hotel al Khobar KSA
2008 < Basic Food Hygiene training oasis hotel al Khobar KSA
2009 < PIC food hygiene oasis hotel al Khobar KSA
2009 < Employee of the month oasis hotel al Khobar KSA
2009 < Letter of appreciation oasis hotel al Khobar KSA
2014 < Certificate of appreciation oasis al Khobar KSA
2015 < Letter of appreciation oasis hotel al Khobar KSA
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Career Timeline (Recent 6)
Work Experience
COB Bakery & More / Pastry & Bakery Head Chef
Since Jan’ 2020
Khamis Mushit KSA
Highlights:
Manages all day-to-day operations of the pastry and bakery
Responsible for the preparation and cooking for the pastry section
Plan and price menus and food to adhere to agreed prices/budgets and maintain applicable quality standards and records.
Assist and assume responsibility as directed for ordering and obtaining supplies for the pastry section.
Design, plan, cost and price menus, co-ordinate food preparation & mise en places.
Quality management of food relating to the pastry & bakery
Ensuring compliance to sanitation, hygiene, health and safety legislation and organizational and quality requirements
Knowledge and competency in the use of cleaning materials and chemicals as approved under company and client COSHH regulations ensuring, always, that all chemicals are stored correctly.
Working knowledge of Company/Client Safety Management Policy SSOW.
Training of others in correct and safe methods of use and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
Correct and effective use of all consumables.
Responsible to hire, train, and supervise the pastry & bakery staff.
Preparation and planning of the venue for the events, including menus, equipment, food, and services.
Develop and maintain relationships with employees. Identify and follow up on new employees prospects.
Papaya Restaurant/ Pastry Head Chef
Oct’19 to Oct 20
Jeddah KSA
Highlights:
Assist the Line Manager to meet the targets and the team as a whole and contribute to the smooth running of the of the daily operation.
Contribute to training and development of the team
Adhere to statutory obligations and agreed quality and best practice guidelines
Supervise, manage and assist in the direction of the overall performance of the team
Subject to agreed criteria, recruitment, training, set action and targets, appraise and manage performance, development, coaching and general support of all team members to ensure targets are met
Maintaining accurate records and accounts as required and reporting as agreed
Set an example for team members of commitment, work ethic and habits and personal character
Responsibly use resources and control expenses to operate within budgetary controls
adhere to all organization policies and procedures
Dr. Erfan & Bagedo General Hospital / Head Pastry Chef
Jan ’2017 - Sep’2020
Jeddah KSA
Highlights:
Operate and manage the pastry section of a kitchen, working together with the other chefs
Prepare a variety of baked goods
Meet with customers to discuss custom-made desserts or baked goods for special occasions
Ensure the bakery section of the kitchen adheres to health and safety regulations
Identify staffing needs, help to recruit new personnel and train them
Using critical thinking skills for innovating daily activities and look for new research in global food trends
Coordinated with sensitive clients with all types of diets: (Regular Diet./ General or normal diet, Clear Liquid Diet, Full Liquid Diet, Mechanical Soft Diet, GI Soft Diet, Low Residue/Low Fiber Diet, Salt-restricted (Low Sodium) Diet, Fat-Restricted Diet
Oasis Hotel Khobar/ Assistant Pastry Chef Pastry Chef
March ’2006 - Dec’2016
Khobar KSA
Highlights:
Operating and managing the pastry section of the kitchen and liaising with the executive and sous chefs to ensure a successful working environment.
Preparing ingredients and handling baking and other kitchen equipment.
Creating pastries, baked goods, and confections, by following a set recipe.
Developing new recipes for seasonal menus.
Decorating pastries and desserts to ensure beautiful and tasteful presentation.
HABTOOR GRAND RESORT & SPA as Pastry Chef de Partie
Feb’12 - Jan’17
DUBAI UAE
Highlights:
Monitoring the stock of baking ingredients.
Ordering new supplies, ingredients, and equipment for the pastry section, when needed, and within budget.
Ensuring their section of the kitchen adheres to safety and health regulations.
Supervising and training staff members, when needed.
Previous Experience:
EL MALOUF RESTAURANT DUBAI as CDP Pastry
Jan 2003 to Mar’2004
DUBAI
LE ROYAL HAMMAMET as Assistant Pastry Chef
Aug 2001 to Feb 2022
TUNISIA
JUMEIRA ROTANA HOTEL as Chef de Partie
Jan’07 to May’08
TUNISIA
Diar El Andalous Hotel Abou Nawas as Chef de Partie
Jan 1999 - Jan’2001
TUNISIA
Abou Nawas el hambra as Demi-Chef de Partie
April 1997 to Dec’ 1998
TUNISIA
Marhaba Palace as Demi-Clef de Partie (Arabic cuisine)
Feb 1994 to March’ 1997
TUNISIA
Industrial Training
PIC Level 3
HACCP implementation
HACCP Internal auditing
Fire Fighting
First Aid
MS Office
Academic Details
1991 to 1993: Technical Production Diplomat: Hotel school of tourism, Port El Kantaoui Sousse north, Tunisia
1985 to 1991: High School Diploma from Technique School, Sousse, Tunisia
Personal Details
Date of Birth: 19th April 1973
Marital Status: Married
Number of dependents: 4
Language Skills: English, Arabic, French
Nationality: Tunisian
Passport Number: I 095626
Visa status: Residence Visa Transferable
Address: Abha / Khamis Mushit KSA
Executive Pastry Chef / Head of Pastry & Bakery
LAROUSSI MASSOUD
Offering Finest in Food, Pastries, and Bakeries
Maximizing resources and improving bottom line through expert leadership in quality service, staff development, cost control, and visionary P&L management
Location Preference: KSA, UAE, Qatar
Habtoor Grand Resort & SPA
Dubai UAE
Pastry CDP
Oasis Hotel
Khobar KSA
Assistant Pastry Chef
Pastry Chef
Dr. Erfan & Bagedo General Hospital Jeddah KSA
Head Pastry Chef
COB bakery & more / Khamis Mushit KSA
Pastry Head Chef
Papaya Restaurant Jeddah KSA
Pastry Head Chef
Dr. Erfan Hospital Jeddah KSA
Pastry Head Chef