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Jamil Saad

Hawalli,Kuwait

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong foundation in communication, creativity, and leadership. Demonstrates expertise in profit and loss analysis, business analysis, and purchasing and procurement. Proven track record of enhancing profit margins and boosting sales through effective decision-making and time-efficient workflow creation. Adept at motivating teams, fostering networking opportunities, and leading staff to achieve organisational goals. Committed to leveraging skills in staff leadership and team motivation to drive business success.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
2008
2008
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Manager

Food Park
, Kuwait
06.2023 - Current
  • Implementing new operational processes and procedures.
  • Budgeting, Cost control, efficiency.
  • Departmental development: SOPs, Job Description, Development of business reports with action plans to enhance proper communication flow.
  • Ensure product standardization: recipes, presentation, and quality.
  • Establishing and maintaining Roles and Responsibilities for personnel under top management.
  • Working closely to build and maintain close working relationship with clients.
  • Applied lean principles to operations management, reduced waste significantly.
  • Identified bottlenecks, implemented solutions, increased productivity.
  • Created collaborative work environment for positive team dynamics.
  • Achieved financial goals through rigorous restaurant budgeting and forecasting, increased sales by 10%.

Operations Manager

KLC VIRTUAL RESTAURANTS
, Kuwait and Qatar
06.2017 - 05.2023
  • Financial Management: Budgeting, Cost effectiveness, Profitability, efficiency.
  • Departmental development: SOPs, Job Description, Operating Manuals.
  • Brands Creation and Menus Development for cloud kitchen.
  • Reviewed sales reports to identify business opportunities and areas of improvement.
  • Conducted regular staff training, improving overall service standards.
  • Managed day-to-day F and B operations, ensuring smooth restaurant functioning.
  • Controlled food and beverage inventory, strategically ordering supplies and anticipating consumer demands to prevent out-of-stock items.
  • Recruited and trained high-performing team members to deliver faultless customer care.
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing strategic plans.
  • Increased sales by 20% and higher efficiency by implementing new strategic processes.

Area Manager

THE CHOCOLATE GATE Restaurant
, Kuwait
03.2016 - 06.2017
  • Streamlined food and beverage operations to enhance guest experience.
  • Developed new menu items with kitchen team for increased customer engagement.
  • Elevated dining experience through implementation of unique presentation styles for food and beverages.
  • Managed day-to-day F and B operations, ensuring smooth restaurant functioning.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, resulting in improved guest relations.
  • Conducted regular staff training, improving overall service standards.
  • Monitored inventory levels for optimal stock management and reduced wastage.

Area Manager

Emirgan Sutis Turkish Restaurant
, Kuwait
11.2014 - 02.2016
  • Analysed sales data regularly for informed decision-making processes.
  • Managed budgets effectively, maintaining financial health of designated area stores.
  • Trained members of team for improved overall productivity.
  • Promoted positive work environment which increased employee retention rate.
  • Implemented cost-effective measures, resulting in significant savings for company.
  • Supervised daily store operations, ensuring optimal customer service delivery.

Restaurant Manager

Mais Al Ghanim
, Kuwait
09.2013 - 11.2014
  • Developed relationships with suppliers for better inventory management.
  • Ensured compliance to health and safety regulations for safe dining environment.
  • Conducted regular inspections for adherence to food hygiene norms and standards.
  • Monitored stock levels regularly; minimised waste and over-ordering incidents.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness within restaurant premises, upheld reputation of establishment.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Trained new team members, enhanced service quality.

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Villa Fayrouz
, Kuwait
04.2012 - 08.2013
  • Coordinated table reservations, minimising waiting times for customers.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation.
  • Implemented hygiene regulations to maintain clean and safe environment.
  • Collaborated closely with Restaurant Manager on promotional activities to boost patronage.
  • Ensured adherence to legal guidelines set out by licensing authorities for responsible operation.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately and responsibly.
  • Trained new starters, ensuring consistency in service delivery.

Head Waiter

MUSE Restaurant
12.2010 - 03.2012
  • Ensured accurate orders by effectively communicating with kitchen staff.
  • Promoted special events at the restaurant resulting in increased bookings.
  • Assisted in menu development for improved guest satisfaction.
  • Managed staff rota to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours.
  • Handled cash transactions and end-of-day accounting tasks ensuring financial accuracy.

Supervisor

Gefinor Rotana Hotel
06.2005 - 11.2010

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Hospitality Management

American University of Culture & Education
Lebanon
/2008 - /2010

Diploma - Hospitality Management

Institute Technique of Bir Hassan
Lebanon
/2005 - 06.2007

Skills

  • Communication
  • Creativity
  • Profit and Loss Analysis
  • Decision maker
  • Leadership
  • Networking
  • Team motivation
  • Business analysis
  • Staff leadership
  • Purchasing and procurement
  • Enthusiasm
  • Patience
  • Profit margin enhancement
  • Sales boosting
  • Time-Efficient workflow creation
  • Quality Control
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • POS system operation
  • Food preparation techniques
  • Event planning
  • Menu design and development
  • Food safety standards
  • Kitchen operation management
  • Menu planning
  • Cost control strategies
  • Staff training and recruitment
  • Food hygiene regulations
  • Food menu enhancement
  • Team Leadership
  • Financial reporting
  • Strategic planning
  • Inventory control

Personal Information

  • Date of birth: 07/25/84
  • Marital status: Married

Certification

  • CHDT Certified Hospitality Department Training.
  • HACCP (Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Point) implements and manages food safety programs for organizations in the food and food-related industries.
  • Hygiene Basics.
  • POS Systems: Omega, Micros, Ezee Burb, Foodics

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Sports

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Operations Manager

Food Park
06.2023 - Current

Operations Manager

KLC VIRTUAL RESTAURANTS
06.2017 - 05.2023

Area Manager

THE CHOCOLATE GATE Restaurant
03.2016 - 06.2017

Area Manager

Emirgan Sutis Turkish Restaurant
11.2014 - 02.2016

Restaurant Manager

Mais Al Ghanim
09.2013 - 11.2014

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Villa Fayrouz
04.2012 - 08.2013

Head Waiter

MUSE Restaurant
12.2010 - 03.2012

Supervisor

Gefinor Rotana Hotel
06.2005 - 11.2010

Bachelor of Business Administration - Hospitality Management

American University of Culture & Education
/2008 - /2010

Diploma - Hospitality Management

Institute Technique of Bir Hassan
/2005 - 06.2007
Jamil Saad