Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
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Timeline
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Makram khoumachi

Makram khoumachi

Chef
Milano,MI

Summary

High-performing Chef offering 20 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

KGM Food srl
12.2022 - Current
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
  • Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.

Executive Chef

Soulkitchen srl
10.2018 - 11.2022
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
  • Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.

Executive chef

Hotel Me Milan Il duca 5* lusso ( Melià international )
10.2016 - 08.2018
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.

Executive Sous chef

Hotel ME Milan Il Duca 5* Lusso (Melià Internatinal )
03.2015 - 10.2016
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.

Sous Chef

Hotel Metropole Swisse Geneve 5* Lusso (Fairmont Hotels)
01.2014 - 03.2015


  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.

● Controll operation dei 4 Outlet F&B

- Le Grand Quai ( Restaurant Gastronomique)

- 5 ROOFTOP ( Terasse )

- Banqueting

- Bistropole (Restaurant Italien)

Executive Sous-chef / chef Banqueting

Hotel Amigo Bruxelle 5* lusso ( Rocco Forte International )
09.2011 - 07.2014


  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

My competence:

● Control operation 3 Outlet F&B

1/ Bocconi Restaurant (Italian Restaurant )

2/ Twist Restaurant/Bar

3/ Banqueting


Senior Chef De Partie

Hotel / Restaurante Pennile
03.2006 - 06.2011
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.

Chef De Partie

Hotel Giardinetto
03.2000 - 03.2011
  • Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying and baking.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.

Chef De Partie

Forno Arte Bianca
03.1997 - 10.1999
  • Coordinated effectively with service staff on timing of meal plating and delivery to guarantee freshness and adequate food temperature.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.

Chef De Partie

Hotel Giardinetto
03.1994 - 02.1997
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
  • Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying and baking.
  • Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.

Education

Cook - Food Science And Technology

Hospitality Professional Institute
Ascoli Piceno
10.1990

Skills

  • Hospitality Service Expertise
  • Creative Thinking
  • Restaurant Operation
  • Hiring, Training and Development
  • Fine Dining Expertise
  • Signature Dish Creation
  • Inventory Control
  • Culinary Trends
  • Employee Training
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Staff Recruiting and Hiring
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Performance Review
  • Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
  • Staffing

Additional Information

Reference Contact:

Nicola Formaggio – F&B Director – mail: nicolaformaggio@gmail.com

Michel Colonna - GM hotel – mail: michelcolonna@hotmail.com

Adriano Venturini - mail adrianoventurini1@me.com

Claudio defalco -F&B Director- mail cdefalco@hotmail.it

Vincent manager – director chef one Group vincentmanager@togrp.com

Alessandro Misani - General manager director - mail alessandromisani@melia.com

Languages

Francese
Esperto
C2
Italiano
Esperto
C2
Inglese
Elementary (A2)
A2
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Executive Chef

KGM Food srl
12.2022 - Current

Executive Chef

Soulkitchen srl
10.2018 - 11.2022

Executive chef

Hotel Me Milan Il duca 5* lusso ( Melià international )
10.2016 - 08.2018

Executive Sous chef

Hotel ME Milan Il Duca 5* Lusso (Melià Internatinal )
03.2015 - 10.2016

Sous Chef

Hotel Metropole Swisse Geneve 5* Lusso (Fairmont Hotels)
01.2014 - 03.2015

Executive Sous-chef / chef Banqueting

Hotel Amigo Bruxelle 5* lusso ( Rocco Forte International )
09.2011 - 07.2014

Senior Chef De Partie

Hotel / Restaurante Pennile
03.2006 - 06.2011

Chef De Partie

Hotel Giardinetto
03.2000 - 03.2011

Chef De Partie

Forno Arte Bianca
03.1997 - 10.1999

Chef De Partie

Hotel Giardinetto
03.1994 - 02.1997

Cook - Food Science And Technology

Hospitality Professional Institute
Makram khoumachiChef