Walied Owainat
Oakville,ON,
Summary
Professional chef with 10 years of experience in the Canadian culinary and hospitality industry. Skilled in providing excellent customer service and maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation. Capable of managing dining services of up to 100 tables and more while motivating staff to perform their best service. Extensive knowledge with various kitchen gear as well as techniques necessary to create innovative dishes. Looking for a position to continue to learn through leadership, teamwork and daily operations while helping the team achieve their maximum level of output and efficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Joey Restaurants
Mississauga, Canada
2022 - 2023
- Implemented efficient kitchen organizational systems to streamline workflow
- Maintained accurate inventory records and minimized food waste through strategic planning
- Proactively addressed and resolved issues related to kitchen operations
- Effectively managed food production, ensuring timely and efficient service
- Extensive knowledge of ingredient selection, preparation, and presentation.
Head Chef
Moxies Grill & Bar
Mississauga, Canada
2021 - 2022
- Directed weekly schedules for the back of house staff
- Worked closely with the GM to meet weekly and quarterly budgets
- Consistently maintained all labor and food cost targets
- Assisted in introducing systems and standards to the rebuilding of a new branch.
Kitchen Manager
Fresh Restaurants
Mississauga, Canada
2020 - 2021
- Provided team leadership for 4 new stores openings
- Directed the training program for the back of the house store opening
- Assisted the management team rebuild stores that had inconsistencies
- Assisted in training and rolling out a brand-new pizza menu to various stores
- Collaborated with suppliers to ensure the availability of fresh and high-quality ingredients.
Chef de Cuisine
La Carnita & Sweet Jesus
Mississauga, Canada
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Acted as the lead chef for 2 new store openings
- Managed all ingredient stocks
- Worked together with the Executive Chef and Culinary Director
- Trained all the Head Chefs and Sous Chefs that joined the company
- Operated a multi-unit business
- Worked together with the Executive Chef and Culinary Director
- Directed weekly cooking classes in the District Kitchen
- Directly led a team of 5 Sous-Chefs and 35 cooks.
1st Cook
360 CN Tower Restaurant
Toronto, Canada
2017 - 2018
- Assisted in training line cooks to ensure adherence to quality standards
- Performed at a fine dining level with extremely large and varying volumes of business
- Prepared sauces and garnishes for all required stations with the finest of ingredients
- Assisted the Chef de Cuisines and Sous Chefs with large parties
- Excelled in maintaining the company's high standards.
Head Chef
Milestones Grill & Bar
Etobicoke, Canada
2015 - 2017
- Directed weekly schedules for the heart of house
- Skilled in all stations and aspects of the kitchen
- Oversaw and led restaurant operations
- Assigned responsibilities to culinary staff
- Directed new LTO menu roll outs to kitchen staff.
Sous/Acting Chef
Milestones Grill & Bar
Toronto, Canada
2013 - 2015
- Extensive knowledge of ingredient selection, preparation, and presentation
- Consistently met sales and labor forecasting requirements
- Conducted inventory counts and food cost action plans
- Prepared all food items in a hygienic and timely manner
- Followed recipes and presentation specifications as per management
- Supported the Chef in routine with placing orders and training new cooks.
Skills
- Performance Assessments
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Banquets and Catering
- Forecasting and Planning
- Menu Supervision
- Workflow Coordination
- Vendor Relations
Certifications
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Milestones Restaurant Development Training Program
- Fresh Restaurant Certified Training Program
- Smart Serve Certification
- Food Safety Certification
- Service Excellence Certification
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Chef de Cuisine
La Carnita & Sweet Jesus
01.2018 - 01.2020
Head Chef
Joey Restaurants
2022 - 2023
Head Chef
Moxies Grill & Bar
2021 - 2022
Kitchen Manager
Fresh Restaurants
2020 - 2021
1st Cook
360 CN Tower Restaurant
2017 - 2018
Head Chef
Milestones Grill & Bar
2015 - 2017
Sous/Acting Chef
Milestones Grill & Bar
2013 - 2015
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