Bassem Rady
Executive Pastry Chef
Cairo
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 17 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Dedicated to creating delicious and visually stunning desserts, baked goods, and pastries.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
Work History
Executive Pastry Chef
U.S. Embassy Club House
12.2017 - Current
- Fostered a positive working environment among kitchen team members that encouraged collaboration, creativity, and open communication.
- Conducted regular evaluations of kitchen equipment and appliances, ensuring proper maintenance and timely replacement to maintain optimal operational efficiency.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless dining experiences for guests.
- Expanded catering services through strategic marketing efforts, increasing event bookings and revenue streams.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Executive Pastry Chef
Fresko Bakery
09.2013 - 10.2017
- Developed and executed creative dessert menus for high-end events, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business
- Managed a team of pastry chefs and kitchen staff, providing guidance and training to ensure consistent quality of baked goods and desserts
- Sourced and selected premium ingredients for pastry recipes, maintaining high standards of taste and presentation
- Collaborated with executive chefs and event planners to design customized dessert experiences, exceeding client expectations and garnering positive reviews.
Pastry chef
Class Catering
02.2006 - 05.2013
- Managed inventory of all pastry ingredients, reducing waste and saving 15% on food costs
- Trained and mentored junior pastry chefs in proper baking techniques, leading to improved team performance and efficiency
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of pastries for special events and catering orders.
First Commi
Le Pasha
1 2004 - 12.2005
- Developed and implemented innovative pastry recipes and menu items that increased dessert sales by 20%.
Education
Diploma in Tourisim and Hotels Management -
Skills
Creative dessert design
Certification
09/01/2019, food & Sanitation Training Course, United States Department of State
Timeline
Executive Pastry Chef - U.S. Embassy Club House
12.2017 - Current
Executive Pastry Chef - Fresko Bakery
09.2013 - 10.2017
Pastry chef - Class Catering
02.2006 - 05.2013
Cairo Tourisim Institue - Diploma in Tourisim and Hotels Management,
First Commi - Le Pasha
1 2004 - 12.2005
Personal Information
Nationality: Egyptian
Awards
09/01/2018, Excellent Team Leading Performance, U.S. Embassy (AECWA) section
Personal Information
Nationality: Egyptian
Awards
09/01/2018, Excellent Team Leading Performance, U.S. Embassy (AECWA) section
Personal Information
Nationality: Egyptian
Awards
09/01/2018, Excellent Team Leading Performance, U.S. Embassy (AECWA) section
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