Saif Nasef
Calgary,Canada
Summary
My passion for ensuring guest satisfaction has been the driving force behind my journey in the hospitality sector. With a solid foundation in Restaurant, Culinary, and Business Management from George Brown College, I've honed my skills to create unforgettable experiences. I'm committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering meaningful connections with guests. In my role in F&B Management, I leverage both my academic background and hands-on experience in front and back-of-house operations to contribute effectively to our shared success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Voyage Dual F&B Operations - Marriott & Delta Calgary Airport In-Terminal Hotels
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Operated as an Assistant Restaurant Manager at both Codo and Yakima
- Created staff schedules, month end reports, and payroll
- Maintained inventory, created PO’s, ordering for liquor and general operating supplies
- Conducted staff meetings and worked with employees towards their growth
- Maintained and implemented Marriott core values.
Restaurant Shift Lead
Scale Hospitality
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Worked at FIGO and Patria restaurants in downtown Toronto
- Assist management in various employee-related tasks
- Managed servers and divided tasks to guarantee smooth service operations
- Conduct inventories and replenish supplies as needed
- Foster positive working relationships, support team goals, identify and implement efficiency improvements to meet operational goals.
Sous Chef
Pick 6
11.2019 - 12.2019
- Helped manage and run the kitchen alongside the Head Chef
- Created recipes, managed stock and food cost
- Worked on all stations and prepared food for large parties
- Worked on increasing efficiency and practicality within the kitchen and restaurant.
Line Cook
Cactus Club Café
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Worked at all stations on the line
- Worked both closing and opening shifts, as well as receiving produce in the morning
- Managed food waste and kept track of any over prep.
Education
Honor Bachelors of Commerce – Culinary Management -
Toronto, Canada01.2022
Bachelors of Social Science – Specialist in Sociology -
Toronto, Canada01.2018
Skills
- Shift Management
- Employee Scheduling
- Food Safety Compliance
- Staff Training and Development
- Budgeting and financial management
- Inventory Management
Certification
- ProServe Certificate - Responsible Liquor Service Training, 02/01/24
- Food Safety/Food Handlers Certification, 12/01/18
- WHMIS - Workplace Hazardous Material Information System, 12/01/18
- Emergency First Aid & CPR Level C HCP with AED Awareness, 09/01/18
Training Programs
- Volunteer – Ibrahim Badran Charity Foundation, Medical Convoy, 01/01/17, 01/01/20
- ITrain Toronto – Workplace & Hospitality Training, 09/01/19, 09/01/19
- Graduate – Dale Carnegie Communication and Leadership Program, 04/01/16, 04/01/16
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Voyage Dual F&B Operations - Marriott & Delta Calgary Airport In-Terminal Hotels
06.2023 - 06.2024
Restaurant Shift Lead
Scale Hospitality
04.2022 - 04.2023
Sous Chef
Pick 6
11.2019 - 12.2019
Line Cook
Cactus Club Café
09.2018 - 09.2019