MOHAMMED GUESSOUS
Montreal,Quebec
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at many different and international restaurants, excelling in food quality management and team training. Proven ability to enhance kitchen operations through creative problem-solving and strict adherence to sanitation standards. Strong attention to detail and time management skills drive productivity and elevate customer satisfaction.
My education in Arts and Cuisine was a perfect combination for me to become the Chef that I am today.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Assistant Manager
Dorset Suites Hotel
01.2025 - Current
- Monitored food quality throughout meal preparation process from ingredient selection through plating.
- Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing kitchen operations.
- Assisted in overseeing all aspects of food production while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Trained new kitchen staff members, fostering a positive team culture and improving overall productivity.
Line Cook
Frobisher Inn
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Hotel Night Manager
Frobisher Inn
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Conducted regular walk-throughs of hotel property, identifying any areas requiring attention or improvement efforts from relevant departments.
- Oversaw all front desk operations during nighttime hours, ensuring smooth check-in/check-out processes for guests.
- Handled emergency situations with professionalism, maintaining guest safety as the top priority.
- Developed strong relationships with local law enforcement, ensuring timely responses to any security concerns that arose during overnight hours.
Sous Chef
The Casablanca Hotel
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Chef De Partie
Onomo Hotel
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Improved customer satisfaction by attentively addressing dietary restrictions and special requests.
Chef De Partie
Ristorante Italiano
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with fellow chefs de partie to create daily specials, showcasing culinary creativity and diversity.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Expanded culinary knowledge through continuous research on new techniques, flavors, and trends within the industry as a means of staying current with evolving consumer tastes.
Commis De Cuisine
Ristorante Italiano
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Developed strong knife skills through daily practice, increasing precision and speed in food preparation tasks.
- Expedited food orders during high-volume service periods, maintaining excellent communication with front-of-house staff.
- Improved dish presentation through attention to detail and creative plating techniques.
- Built rapport with customers by providing exceptional service during special events such as weddings or corporate functions.
Commis De Cuisine
James Rooftop
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
Education
Baccalaureate Of Cuisine - Culinary Art, Restaurant Management
L'Office De La Formation Professionnelle
Casablanca, Morocco.06-2021
Qualification Diploma of Arts - Art Education
School of Art And Media
Casablanca Morocco06-2016
Skills
- Sanitation standards
- Health and safety regulations
- Food presentation
- Food safety compliance
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem identification
- Creative solutions
- Logical reasoning
- Cross-cultural training
- Intercultural communication
Accomplishments
The "Journée mondiale de la diversité culturelle" - World Cultural Diversity Day.
Date : February 2024
Location : Iqaluit, NU, Canada.
Description: As a Moroccan Chef, born and raised in a multicultural environment full of spices, herbs, colors and flavors.
Me and other fellow Moroccan Chefs have decided to volunteer to prepare a Moroccan Feast for the public of the city of Iqaluit, NU during the World Cultural Diversity day.
https://www.nunavutnews.com/news/a-taste-of-morocco-in-iqaluit-7317800
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Kitchen Assistant Manager
Dorset Suites Hotel
01.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Frobisher Inn
09.2024 - 12.2024
Hotel Night Manager
Frobisher Inn
08.2023 - 09.2024
Sous Chef
The Casablanca Hotel
06.2022 - 07.2023
Chef De Partie
Onomo Hotel
01.2021 - 04.2022
Chef De Partie
Ristorante Italiano
07.2020 - 12.2020
Commis De Cuisine
Ristorante Italiano
08.2019 - 07.2020
Commis De Cuisine
James Rooftop
01.2018 - 06.2019
Baccalaureate Of Cuisine - Culinary Art, Restaurant Management
L'Office De La Formation Professionnelle
Qualification Diploma of Arts - Art Education
School of Art And Media
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