Essam Ghonaim
Food Safety And Quality Assurance Specialist
Giza,GZ
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Arabic , English
Work History
Food Safety Inspector
Rock Shield International
Cairo
02.2020 - Current
- Determined whether restaurants' compliance plans satisfied environmental health and food safety requirements.
- Evaluated employees' compliance with personal hygiene standards and food industry's Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Trained line personnel on quality control procedures.
- Confirmed sanitation procedural compliance in kitchen facilities.
- Maintained communication with quality control team members and shared safety information and training documents.
HSE Supervisor
TSEBO
Cairo - Egypt
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
Catering Manager
Compass Egypt
6 October
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Reviewed pricing and ordered food ingredients, kitchen appliances and supplies.
- Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned events.
- Integrated service and team management strategies to boost business profits.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
- Inspected preparation and storage equipment regularly to assess and maintain performance for cost-effective, safe operations.
Catering Assistant
Monflora
6 October
05.2018 - 01.2019
- Observed local kitchen safety regulations to prevent food borne illnesses.
- Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned events.
- Inspected preparation and storage equipment regularly to assess and maintain performance for cost-effective, safe operations.
- Designed catering packages to increase sales and customer experience.
- Set schedules for 25 staff by planning and designating shifts and hours.
Catering Supervisor
Salaam Catering and Supplies
Beni Suef
11.2017 - 04.2018
- Encouraged preparation of product according to recipe and in compliance with allergen and sanitation standards.
- Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
- Monitored food preparation, production and plating for quality control.
Quality Control Technician
Upper Egypt for food industries
Beni Suef
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Developed and audited practices, programs and reporting system metrics for optimal efficiency.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections and other established tests.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Reviewed and validated quality requirements for manufacturing planning, supplier purchase orders and engineering specifications to meet contract compliance regulations.
- Monitored testing procedures and verified performance of tests according to established item specifications and protocol.
Quality Control Technician
Fox for food industry
6 October
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Developed and audited practices, programs and reporting system metrics for optimal efficiency.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections and other established tests.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Adhered to safety and clean area procedures to comply with agency and regulatory mandates.
- Safeguard customer requirements as well as product quality standards by delivering support.
Dietitian
Arabian Gulf for contracting and maintenance
Bukairya - Qassim - KSA
10.2009 - 07.2015
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs and menus.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Professional Master - Food Safety And Quality Assurance
Agriculture Faculty
Cairo University, Egypt 01.2016 - 06.2019
Professional Diploma - Applied Nutrition
Agriculture Faculty
Cairo University, Egypt 10.2017 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Food Sciences And Technology
Agriculture Faculty
Cairo University, Egypt 09.2000 - 05.2005
Skills
HACCP experience
undefinedTimeline
Food Safety Inspector
Rock Shield International
02.2020 - Current
HSE Supervisor
TSEBO
05.2019 - 01.2020
Catering Manager
Compass Egypt
02.2019 - 04.2019
Catering Assistant
Monflora
05.2018 - 01.2019
Catering Supervisor
Salaam Catering and Supplies
11.2017 - 04.2018
Professional Diploma - Applied Nutrition
Agriculture Faculty
10.2017 - 07.2018
Quality Control Technician
Upper Egypt for food industries
06.2016 - 10.2017
Quality Control Technician
Fox for food industry
01.2016 - 05.2016
Professional Master - Food Safety And Quality Assurance
Agriculture Faculty
01.2016 - 06.2019
Dietitian
Arabian Gulf for contracting and maintenance
10.2009 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Food Sciences And Technology
Agriculture Faculty
09.2000 - 05.2005
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