SAID OUTTOUBOUA
calgary,Canada
Summary
Adept in creativity and adaptability, I have honed my culinary and management skills across various roles, from Commis Chef at Motiongate Dubai Parks and Resort to Head Chef at ibis styles HOTEL. My career is marked by a commitment to quality, achieving significant improvements in food presentation and kitchen efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Jerusalem Shawarma Downtown
Calgary, Alberta
07.2024 - Current
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Followed company policies regarding customer service standards.
- Greeted guests and provided friendly customer service.
Cook
Desert pita and grill
Calgary, Alberta
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Train staff in job duties, and sanitation and safety
- Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards
- Trained new cooks on proper preparation techniques, recipes, and presentation of dishes.
Demmi Chef De Partie
db San Antonio HOTEL & SPA
, Malta
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations while preparing meals for guests.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure competitive prices for ingredients.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly before each shift began.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
Head Chef (part-time)
ibis styles HOTEL
, Malta
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Take control of the breakfast service and ensure guests receive a truly delicious and memorable breakfast.
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
- Cooking and managing breakfast service and assisting with lunch service.
- Setting up and cleaning down the kitchen after breakfast.
- Ensure the kitchen is kept clean and hygienic at all times.
Commis Chef
Motiongate Dubai Parks and Resort
Dubai, UAE
12.2018 - 06.2021
- Created diverse cuisines for full restaurants, special events, catering and tasting menus.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Ensured all food was stored properly by safety regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Prepared and cooked food items according to recipes, portioning, and presentation specifications.
Kitchen Helper
Innovation group
, UAE
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
- Cleaned and sanitized utensils, dishes or silverware.
- Partnered with chef to cook food and comply with food preservation guidelines.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
Receptionist
Hotel Akouas
Meknes, Morocco
09.2015 - 01.2017
- Greeted and directed visitors to appropriate departments or individuals, ensuring a welcoming environment.
- Updated and recorded customer or client information to maintain accounts.
- Managed all incoming mail distribution, courier services, faxes, and photocopying documents as requested.
- Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
Assistant Receptionist
Hotel NAJAH
Khenifra, Morocco
04.2012 - 11.2015
- Operated telephone switchboard to answer, screen and forward calls to appropriate personnel.
- Updated customer information in database systems to ensure accuracy of records.
- Answered phone calls, responded to inquiries and transferred calls as required.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
Education
Diploma Qualification - Hospitality & Tourism
Institute of Hotel & Tourism Technology
Morocco01.2012
High School - Arts and Humanities
01.2010
Skills
- Creativity
- Determination
- Adaptability
References
- Giuseppe Crimi, +35621660000, HB6AO@accor.com
- Naomi Milles, +971562254708, Naomi.Miles@dxb.ae
Languages
- Arabic
- Tamazight
- English
- French
Certification
- level 2-food safety 20 november 2018 dubai,UAE
- level 2-fire safety 27 nvember 2018
- Employee Engagment
- Food saety Malta 2021
Timeline
Chef
Jerusalem Shawarma Downtown
07.2024 - Current
Head Chef (part-time)
ibis styles HOTEL
04.2023 - 08.2023
Cook
Desert pita and grill
01.2023 - 06.2024
Demmi Chef De Partie
db San Antonio HOTEL & SPA
09.2021 - 09.2023
Commis Chef
Motiongate Dubai Parks and Resort
12.2018 - 06.2021
Kitchen Helper
Innovation group
01.2017 - 01.2018
Receptionist
Hotel Akouas
09.2015 - 01.2017
Assistant Receptionist
Hotel NAJAH
04.2012 - 11.2015
Diploma Qualification - Hospitality & Tourism
Institute of Hotel & Tourism Technology
High School - Arts and Humanities
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