WALID BEN BELKACEM
Kelowna,BC
Summary
Accomplished Executive Pastry Chef/ Chocolatier with high-level technical expertise and passion for pastries.
Managed team of pastry chefs for high end establishment and earned recognition for creativity and quality of work.
Excellent organizational skills and mastery of pastry styles led to exceptional results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Demonstration Chef
ARAMTEC FOOD SERVICE COMPANY & MARTIN BRAUN GROUP
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Received numerous accolades from critics for creative dish presentations, elevating the restaurant''s reputation within the industry.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Achieved cost reduction targets by negotiating with suppliers for better pricing on key ingredients.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
Executive Pastry Chef
Le Chocola L.L.C
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Ordering supplies
- Producing baked goods
- Decorating and plating various pastries and desserts
- Keeping the kitchen organized
- Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
- Lead and manage the quality and quantity of the Pastry Department, as well as coordinate the production as it relates to banquet and restaurant functions
- Develop new dessert, pastry and bread products
- To assist in the recruitment and training of all new Pastry Cooks
- Balance operational, administrative and colleague needs
- Follow outlet policies, procedures and service standards
- Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage.
Pastry Chef
FUALA L.L.C
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
- Oversaw purchasing, storage, and use of kitchen supplies.
- Developed and implemented cost-saving strategies for production of cakes, pastries and desserts.
- Collaborated with the culinary team to create unique dessert offerings that complemented main dishes.
- Elevated the bakery''s reputation through participation in community events and culinary competitions showcasing artisanal pastries expertise.
Assistant Pastry Chef
SAADA Sweets
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Preparing and serving desserts, pastries and other baked foods in restaurant
- Work as a team in preparing and serving other types of food
- Helps out with menu planning
- Ensures that all desserts, pastries and baked goods are prepared and served in a timely manner
- Ensuring that the kitchen remains clean and thoroughly organized at all times
- Helps with budget presentation
- Orders for supplies used in making pastries and taking inventory of stocks.
Assistant Pastry Chef
ALFATH Sweets
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Decorated pastries with different icings and toppings, using spatulas, scrapers and piping bags.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while executing intricate designs on pastries and desserts.
- Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of daily production goals.
Education
Bakery and Sweets Diploma -
Center For Vocational Training And Apprenticeship
Algiers, Algeria01.2008
Skills
- Extensive leadership experience in a pastry department within a prestigious entity
- Working knowledge of sugar work/chocolate skills
- Computer literate in MS Office applications as asset
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
- Highly responsible and reliable
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
- Ability to focus on guest needs
- Calm and courteous at all times
- Creative with good presentation
- Recipes and menu planning
- Kitchen Operations Oversight
Certification
- EMIRATES CULINARY GUILD-LA CUISINE DU SIAL Abu Dhabi 2018
- EMIRATES CULINARY GUILD-The Emirates Salon Culinaire Dubai 2018
- PIONEER QUALITY CONSULTANCY MAY 2019
- Expo Culinaire Exbition in Abu Dhabi 2022
- GOLD MEDAL-Chocolate Carving Showpiece
- EMIRATES CULINARY GUILD-EXPOCULINAIRE SALON 2020
- SALVA-MASTER CLASS "Sourdough And Their Applications"
- SYRIAN CULINARY GUILD November 2018
- Senior Member
- EMIRATES CULINARY GUILD-THE EMIRATES SALON CULINAIRE Dubai 2018
- BAKBEL MASTER CLASS-September 2019
- UNIFINE-UNIFINE BELGIUM
- Caffarel company
- ANTOINE AMRANI chocolate
- Abu Dhabi food control autority
- Various internal training
- Base and flavors trading company LLC.
- ZEELANDIA September 2018
- Certified with Intensive Bakery Course
- EMIRATES CULINARY GUILD-LA CUISINE DU SIAL Abu Dhabi 2017
- BRONZE MEDAL-Chocolate Carving Showpiece
- EMIRATES CULINARY GUILD-THE EMIRATES SALON CULINAIRE Dubai 2017
- Merit Award for HUG Sweet Creations
- Merit Award for Open Showpiece
- BANO-Base & Mix Innovation Center
- Certified BY HACCP Awareness Training Course.
- GOLD MEDAL-Chocolate Carving Showpiece by Seville
- Certified by Chef David Redon at Emirates Snack Foods, UAQ, UAE
- Certified BY SCAFA LIMITED Dubai 2019.
- Conducted by: Chef Amrani
- Product Training attended on July 2010
- Ice Cream & Pastry" by Italian Chef Massimiliano Attended on November 2014
- Conducted by Professional Swiss/Italian/American Chefs - 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
- Product Training for UNIFINE Products July 2010 - Belgium
- Essential Food Safety - January 2, 2012 - Abu Dhabi.
- Conducted by Chef Lorenzo, Yearly In-House Training
Driving License
Valid UAE Driving License
Visa Status
Visit Visa (Valid 5 Years)
Languages
French
Professional Working
English
Professional Working
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Demonstration Chef
ARAMTEC FOOD SERVICE COMPANY & MARTIN BRAUN GROUP
01.2021 - 01.2023
Executive Pastry Chef
Le Chocola L.L.C
01.2015 - 01.2020
Pastry Chef
FUALA L.L.C
01.2008 - 01.2015
Assistant Pastry Chef
SAADA Sweets
01.2006 - 01.2008
Assistant Pastry Chef
ALFATH Sweets
01.2004 - 01.2006
Bakery and Sweets Diploma -
Center For Vocational Training And Apprenticeship
- EMIRATES CULINARY GUILD-LA CUISINE DU SIAL Abu Dhabi 2018
- EMIRATES CULINARY GUILD-The Emirates Salon Culinaire Dubai 2018
- PIONEER QUALITY CONSULTANCY MAY 2019
- Expo Culinaire Exbition in Abu Dhabi 2022
- GOLD MEDAL-Chocolate Carving Showpiece
- EMIRATES CULINARY GUILD-EXPOCULINAIRE SALON 2020
- SALVA-MASTER CLASS "Sourdough And Their Applications"
- SYRIAN CULINARY GUILD November 2018
- Senior Member
- EMIRATES CULINARY GUILD-THE EMIRATES SALON CULINAIRE Dubai 2018
- BAKBEL MASTER CLASS-September 2019
- UNIFINE-UNIFINE BELGIUM
- Caffarel company
- ANTOINE AMRANI chocolate
- Abu Dhabi food control autority
- Various internal training
- Base and flavors trading company LLC.
- ZEELANDIA September 2018
- Certified with Intensive Bakery Course
- EMIRATES CULINARY GUILD-LA CUISINE DU SIAL Abu Dhabi 2017
- BRONZE MEDAL-Chocolate Carving Showpiece
- EMIRATES CULINARY GUILD-THE EMIRATES SALON CULINAIRE Dubai 2017
- Merit Award for HUG Sweet Creations
- Merit Award for Open Showpiece
- BANO-Base & Mix Innovation Center
- Certified BY HACCP Awareness Training Course.
- GOLD MEDAL-Chocolate Carving Showpiece by Seville
- Certified by Chef David Redon at Emirates Snack Foods, UAQ, UAE
- Certified BY SCAFA LIMITED Dubai 2019.
- Conducted by: Chef Amrani
- Product Training attended on July 2010
- Ice Cream & Pastry" by Italian Chef Massimiliano Attended on November 2014
- Conducted by Professional Swiss/Italian/American Chefs - 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
- Product Training for UNIFINE Products July 2010 - Belgium
- Essential Food Safety - January 2, 2012 - Abu Dhabi.
- Conducted by Chef Lorenzo, Yearly In-House Training
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