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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

  • Developed and executed diverse pastry and dessert recipes

  • Designed efficient workflows for timely preparation and delivery

  • Managed inventory and sourced high-quality ingredients

  • Supervised pastry kitchen staff, ensuring safety and hygiene standards

  • Maintained high standards of presentation, taste, and consistency

  • Utilized technology for order processing and inventory management

  • Conducted quality control checks and addressed production issues

  • Analyzed sales data and customer feedback for menu improvement

  • Collaborated with kitchen staff for cohesive operations

  • Implemented sustainable practices to reduce waste and enhance efficiency

Plymouth Place Senior Living, La Grange Park, Illinois                      November 2023 – March 2023

Pastry Chef (Internship)

  • Preparing and baking a variety of pastries, including cakes, cookies, pies and breads

  • Preparing various pastries for events up to 700 guests

  • Design the pastry menu and put the recipes

  • Monitoring and maintain inventory of baking ingredients and supplies

  • Collaborating with other kitchen staff to coordinate pastry orders with meal service

  • Developing and testing new pastry recipes

Kendall College, Chicago, Illinois                                              

Student Worker

  • Assist with mise en place for classes

  • Prepare various pastries for events up to 300 guests

  • Manage and protect confidential and sensitive data with integrity and provide administrative support​

Dates and Dallah Café, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia                  

Pastry Chef

  • Developed menus and pricing, managed inventory

  • Prepared sweet and savory recipes

  • Operated café, serving 200 people a day

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STAGE EXPERIENCES

James Beard Foundation, Chicago, Illinois                                                                 

  • Prepared and mixed high-volume ingredients for event

National Restaurant Association Show, Chicago, Illinois                                              

  • Mice en place and prepared ingredients for live chef show

Vanille Patisserie, Chicago, Illinois                                                                            

  • Assisted in decoration of high quantities of cup cakes

The Westin Chicago Lombard Hotel, Lombard, Illinois                                              

  • Prepared and plated desserts for 350 people

Retails Bakers of America, Chicago, IL                                                                         

  • 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. 

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