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Rouida Eissa

Calgary,AB

Summary

Forward-thinking professional offering more than 20 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven cooking skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Chef

Zytona
12.2023 - Current
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates

Chef

Jerusalem Shawarma
01.2019 - 02.2022
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out

Chef

Sultan Market
03.2009 - 06.2010
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs
  • Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment
  • Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity

Chef

Al Andalus Restaurant
05.2008 - 01.2009
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards

Chef

Beblous
02.2006 - 03.2007
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money
  • Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service

Education

Master in Cooking - Cooking

Damascus University
Syria, Damascus
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Dar Al Salam
Syria, Damscus
05.2001 -

Skills

Staff Coordination

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Timeline

Chef

Zytona
12.2023 - Current

Chef

Jerusalem Shawarma
01.2019 - 02.2022

Chef

Sultan Market
03.2009 - 06.2010

Chef

Al Andalus Restaurant
05.2008 - 01.2009

Chef

Beblous
02.2006 - 03.2007

Master in Cooking - Cooking

Damascus University
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Dar Al Salam
05.2001 -

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