EDUCATION
Kendall College at National Louis University
Associate of Applied Science , Baking & Pastry 2024
Relevant Coursework : Relevant Coursework: Foundation of Pastry Science, Foundation of Professional Baking and Pastry, Food Service Management, Professional Cooking I for Baking, Pastry Techniques and Menu, Food Service Purchasing, Sustainable Hospitality and Tourism, Chocolate and Confections, Artisan Breads, Artisan Wedding Cakes and Sugar Artistry, Breakfast Pastries, Advanced Pastries, Dining Room Production, Dining Room Service
The French Pastry School
Introduction to Pastry Arts Certification, The Bread Baking Arts Certification 2022.
Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt, 2011 Bachelors of Civil Engineer
CERTIFICATIONS
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ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Illinois BASSET On-Premise ALCOHOL Certification (Expires July 2026)
ServSafe Allergens (ExpiresAugust 2026)
ServSafe Food Protection Manger Certification (Expires November 2027)
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ServSafe Sexual Harassment Prevention for Restaurants
ServSafe Understanding Unconscious Bias in Restaurants
EXPERIENCE
Vikchen Catering Company, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia May 2024 – present
Pastry Chef
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Developed and executed diverse pastry and dessert recipes
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Designed efficient workflows for timely preparation and delivery
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Managed inventory and sourced high-quality ingredients
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Supervised pastry kitchen staff, ensuring safety and hygiene standards
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Maintained high standards of presentation, taste, and consistency
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Utilized technology for order processing and inventory management
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Conducted quality control checks and addressed production issues
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Analyzed sales data and customer feedback for menu improvement
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Collaborated with kitchen staff for cohesive operations
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Implemented sustainable practices to reduce waste and enhance efficiency
Plymouth Place Senior Living, La Grange Park, Illinois November 2023 – March 2023
Pastry Chef (Internship)
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Preparing and baking a variety of pastries, including cakes, cookies, pies and breads
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Preparing various pastries for events up to 700 guests
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Design the pastry menu and put the recipes
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Monitoring and maintain inventory of baking ingredients and supplies
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Collaborating with other kitchen staff to coordinate pastry orders with meal service
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Developing and testing new pastry recipes
Kendall College, Chicago, Illinois
Student Worker
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Assist with mise en place for classes
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Prepare various pastries for events up to 300 guests
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Manage and protect confidential and sensitive data with integrity and provide administrative support​
Dates and Dallah Café, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Pastry Chef
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Developed menus and pricing, managed inventory
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Prepared sweet and savory recipes
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Operated café, serving 200 people a day
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STAGE EXPERIENCES
James Beard Foundation, Chicago, Illinois
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Prepared and mixed high-volume ingredients for event
National Restaurant Association Show, Chicago, Illinois
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Mice en place and prepared ingredients for live chef show
Vanille Patisserie, Chicago, Illinois
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Assisted in decoration of high quantities of cup cakes
The Westin Chicago Lombard Hotel, Lombard, Illinois
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Prepared and plated desserts for 350 people
Retails Bakers of America, Chicago, IL
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Scaled and prepared ingredients for chef filming
MEMBERSHIPS
Tau Sigma
Tau Sigma is a prestigious national honor society designed exclusively to recognize and promote the academic excellence and involvement of transfer students.
The National Society of Leadership and success
The NSLS is the largest leadership honor society. Students are selected by their college for membership based on their academic standing or leadership potential.