MS/Office
Mostafa Zidan
Cairo
Summary
- Highly motivated candidate with experience in food service.
- Adept at using excellent knife skills and knowledge of food safety regulations.
- Skilled at quickly preparing high-quality meals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level chef assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
- Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements.
- Experienced [Sales] with over [7] years of experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Cuisinier
Munchies Burger
Cairo
06.2020 - 03.2023
- Developed menus and meal plans which met personnel needs, utilizing available supplies and within budget restrictions.
- Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
- Conducted inspections of food preparation and dining facilities to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Reduced spending by 18% by documenting inventory and purchases for budget management.
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Received delivered, sorted produce and stored supplies quickly to maintain quality and condition.
- Verified food temperatures and quality ahead of service to maintain standards.
- Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Supported senior chefs with creative meal planning and recipe development.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
Apprentice Chef & Commis
Desouki & Souda
Cairo
07.2016 - 02.2020
- Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures and sales strategies.
- Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
- Created effective strategies to target new markets after researching and analyzing competitor behavior.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
- Held weekly meetings with [Sales Team] to identify techniques to overcome sales obstacles.
- Handled all customer relations issues pleasantly, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
- Prepared cooking ingredients for chef.
- Set up food stations by following chef's orders.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
- Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
- Floated throughout kitchen to assist in meal preparation and plating, effectively anticipating chef, and waiting staff's needs.
- Replenished food and ingredients supplies to meet service demand.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
Sales Executive
Top Design For Uniform & Linen
Cairo
04.2013 - 01.2016
- Targeted new markets and increased sales [50]% through proactive sales and negotiation techniques.
- Increased sales revenues by leveraging effective negotiating skills.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Achieved sales goals and targets by leveraging interpersonal communication skills and product knowledge to cultivate and secure new customer relationships.
Sales Team Leader
Chema Service For Chemistry Solutions
Cairo
03.2011 - 02.2013
- Expanded company customer base and cemented market presence by implementing strategic sales plans.
- Built strong team by recruiting and developing top sales talent.
- Forecasted sales to management and collaborated to build effective sales team.
- Set ambitious sales goals and motivated strong performance to keep team growing effectively.
- Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints and promote new offerings.
- Evaluated inventory and delivery needs, optimizing strategies to meet customer demands.
- Set up appointments with potential and current customers to promote new products and services.
Sales Executive
Chema Service For Chemistry Solutions
Cairo
09.2009 - 02.2011
- Completed orders through system and organized product deliveries to meet customer timetables.
- Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Increased account base by [28] to [70] over [one year], leveraging networking and referrals.
Public Relations Assistant
SAL Center For Car Repairing
Cairo
03.2008 - 05.2009
- Aligned projects and daily activities with company vision, strategies and tactics.
- Researched, negotiated, implemented and tracked advertising and public relations activities.
- Increased consumer awareness and achieved sales targets.
- Designed and implemented strategic business plan objectives.
Education
High School Diploma -
09.2002 - 06.2004
BBA - Business Administration And Management
09.2012 - 06.2018
Skills
Sales processes
Solution selling
Goals and performance
Staff Management
Sales operation
[Type] cuisine familiarity
Excellent Communication
[Equipment] knowledgeable
Attention to Detail
Multitasking Abilities
Critical Thinking
Teambuilding
Proficient hearing
Software
Computer skills
Interests
New adventures, social media platforms
Timeline
Cuisinier - Munchies Burger
06.2020 - 03.2023
Apprentice Chef & Commis - Desouki & Souda
07.2016 - 02.2020
Sales Executive - Top Design For Uniform & Linen
04.2013 - 01.2016
Modern Academy - BBA, Business Administration And Management
09.2012 - 06.2018
Sales Team Leader - Chema Service For Chemistry Solutions
03.2011 - 02.2013
Sales Executive - Chema Service For Chemistry Solutions
09.2009 - 02.2011
Public Relations Assistant - SAL Center For Car Repairing
03.2008 - 05.2009
Pyramids International School - High School Diploma,
09.2002 - 06.2004