Head Bakery Chef

RAFAH café & bakery

2023-04 - 2025-07

Managed all bakery operations in a high‑volume café and bakery in Saudi Arabia, overseeing production planning, inventory, and scheduling. Ensured strict compliance with food safety and hygiene standards, conducting regular audits. Led a team of bakers and assistants, providing training on artisanal techniques and quality control. Implemented process improvements that reduced waste by 15% while maintaining product excellence.

Bakery Chef

2017-01 - 2023-12

Directed daily bakery operations across multiple locations in Morocco, handling product development, staff training, and workflow optimization. Trained and mentored bakery staff in pastry making, sourdough fermentation, and viennoiserie production. Maintained high standards of food safety, conducting regular hygiene checks. Contributed to a 20% increase in sales through the introduction of new product lines such as Italian ciabatta and specialty sourdough breads.