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Wadih Al-Tannir
Eng/PASTRY HEAD
Beirut,BA
Summary
Accomplished Head Pastry Chef at Lakkis Farm Restaurant, renowned for elevating dining experiences through innovative dessert creations and exceptional menu development. Expert in training staff and fostering teamwork, I significantly enhanced operational efficiency and ingredient utilization. Skilled in baking techniques and food safety, my leadership contributed to a marked increase in special event bookings. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with Lakkis cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational [Language] skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level head chef position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Head Pastry Chef
Lakkis Farm Restaurant
Beirut, Beyrouth
01.2024 - Current
- Mentored junior pastry chefs, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting professional growth.
- Improved overall dining experience with creative plated desserts that delighted guests'' senses.
- Cultivated strong vendor relationships to ensure high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Established effective communication channels between front-of-house and back-of-house teams, enhancing operational efficiency during peak service hours.
- Operated clean pastry cooking station and complied with applicable health and safety standards.
- Optimized ingredient utilization by creatively repurposing surplus items into unique dessert offerings or specials.
- Streamlined production processes for improved efficiency and reduced waste in the kitchen.
- Developed customized wedding cake designs, resulting in increased bookings for special events.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.
- Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes.
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Trained new employees on bakery methods and procedures.
Warehouse Supervisor
Supermarket Fahed
05.2020 - 10.2023
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Increased accuracy in order fulfillment with thorough quality control checks before shipping orders.
- Optimized storage capacity by redesigning warehouse layout for maximum space utilization.
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
- Trained new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
- Scheduled shifts and shift changes to accommodate workload and customer needs.
Assistant Manager
T.E Tannir Electronics
Beirut, Beyrouth
11.2018 - 04.2020
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.
Crew Leader
BSS Business Security Services
Beirut, Beyrouth
05.2016 - 10.2018
- Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
- Provided ongoing training and support for new hires, ensuring they were well-equipped to perform their duties effectively.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
Education
BT3 Technical Bachelor's Degree - Interior Design
Dekweneh Institute
Beirut/dekweneh 10.2022 - 06.2024
BREVET -
Uruguay Public School
El Achrafiye, Lebanon 09.2019 - 06.2020
Skills
Nutritional knowledge
Emergency First responder
Advanced Life Support
Emergency medical care
Decision-Making
Problem-Solving
Food Safety
Cake Decorating
Menu preparation
Restaurant Experience
Icings and fondant
Creativity and Innovation
Inventory Rotation
Menu Planning
Recipe Development
Pastry preparation
Presentation management
Pastry production
Baking techniques
Training staff
Recipe creation
Menu development
Team Management
Software
Microsoft world
PowerPoint
Excel
Adobe photoshop
AUTOCAD
Fishing / drifting / music instrument player /
In my free time, I spend my time fishing, playing instruments, or going drifting with some friends.
Certification
Level 3 in quality and food safety
Timeline
Level 3 in quality and food safety
06-2024
Head Pastry Chef
Lakkis Farm Restaurant
01.2024 - Current
BT3 Technical Bachelor's Degree - Interior Design
Dekweneh Institute
10.2022 - 06.2024
Warehouse Supervisor
Supermarket Fahed
05.2020 - 10.2023
BREVET -
Uruguay Public School
09.2019 - 06.2020
Assistant Manager
T.E Tannir Electronics
11.2018 - 04.2020
Crew Leader
BSS Business Security Services
05.2016 - 10.2018
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