Reda Khalife

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Executive Chef @ Alshaya Group
Kuwait
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Kuwait, Kuwait
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About Reda Khalife

A skilled Culinary Professional, recognized for a comprehensive knowledge of international cuisine and an innovative approach to setting the stage for a customized dining experience. Over 22 years, out of 15 years in Kuwait of experience in menu development. Extensive background designing and implementing American , Italian , Asian, gastronomy into menu items in fast-paced, high- pressured environments, highly skilled in supervising the culinary staff and ensuring the maintenance of hygiene and quality standards. Eager to explore and imprint new flavors.

Reda Khalife's Current Company Details
Alshaya Group

Alshaya Group

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Executive Chef
Kuwait
Website:
alshaya.com
Employees:
15740
Reda Khalife Work Experience Details
  • Alshaya Group
    Executive Chef
    Alshaya Group
    Kuwait
  • Alshaya Group
    Executive Chef
    Alshaya Group Nov 2020 - Present
    P.F.Chang'S Kuwait
    Ensuring and responsible that all the staff has gone through all mandatory training as required for them to do their day to day task at work. Providing idea of preparation time/waiting time to customers having up to date knowledge about the products of the brand (New and existing)Responsible for process of Efficiency in staff Scheduling & Planning as per the SOP. Responsible for the process of managing on going repairs, maintenance and programme. Responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the stores ; following company policies and procedures; ensuring that sales, profitability, and customer service targets are met; and that the most suitable products and services are available to the customer. Development of Sous Chef team ( ordering , food cost labor cost ).Performance appraisal & reviews of Sous Chef. Focus on stores kitchen performance by Plan & Organize ,Problem Solve & Make Decisions ,Deliver Results.Audits food & beverage services and quality on a regular basis ( quarterly culinary Audit) and develops and implements strategies to improve results.Reviewing monthly P&L details reports , with immediately action plan .
  • The Feedery
    Executive Chef
    The Feedery Jul 2018 - Nov 2020
    Kuwait
    Implementation & execution of the pre-opening and opening plan of the company’s first Central Kitchen with maintaining the highest standards amongst all team members.Responsible for all the cost recipes and food specification .Responsible for maintaining all products standards by performing daily line check.Developing new recipes and products of gluten and dairy free.Participates as part of developmental team to achieve successful product launches.Supports the developments and presentation of new recipes for themed events.Manage data collection and consolidation of the division's reports to ensure the provision of reliable inventory, cost control.Working with food technicians.Staying ahead of consumer taste trendsResponding to the findings of sensory and taste panels.Doing the pricing for menu.
  • M. H. Alshaya Co.
    Executive Chef
    M. H. Alshaya Co. Sep 2014 - Jul 2018
    P.F. Chang'S Kuwait
    Responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the stores ; following company policies and procedures; ensuring that sales, profitability, and customer service targets are met; and that the most suitable products and services are available to the customer. Implementation & Execution of the pre - opening and opening plan for 2 new stores ( PF Changs's Avenues phase 4 and AL KOUT MALL )Responsible for interviewing , hiring & discharging all culinary employees. Development of Sous Chef team ( ordering , food cost labor cost ).Performance appraisal & reviews of Sous Chef. Uses customer satisfaction monitoring methodologies to ensure customer satisfaction .Organize and set-up the kitchen / commissary as efficiently as possible to increase speed andRepair & Maintenance of kitchen equipment and facility. Ensure that all culinary standards in all stores kitchens comply with company policies Focus on Customer First ,Communication & Influence ,Relationships & Teamwork , Develop & Manage Self ,People First ,Improve & Innovate.Focus on stores kitchen performance by Plan & Organize ,Problem Solve & Make Decisions ,Deliver Results.Audits food & beverage services and quality on a regular basis ( quarterly culinary Audit) and develops and implements strategies to improve results.Reviewing monthly P&L details reports , with immediately action plan .
  • Azadea Group
    Head Chef
    Azadea Group Nov 2012 - Sep 2014
    The Butcher Shop & Grill Kuwait
    Ensure the conformity of the products according to the company's and the HACCP standards and handle the relevants reports accordingly.Prepare high quality menu items and ensure conformity to set recipes of the brand in order to maintain image and customer satisfaction.Supervise food production, maintain quality and hygiene standards, displays expert knives skills and seek to continuously improve the image of the operation.Take all necessary measures to reduce waste and maintain control action to attain forecasted food and labor costs.Responsible for food cost and inventories . Control and monitor the monthly inventory by making sure the measures set are followed and the discrepancies are adjusted.Prepare weekly work schedules for all kitchen personnel in accordance with staffing guidelines and forecasted labor costs.
  • Azadea Group
    Sous Chef
    Azadea Group Nov 2010 - Nov 2012
    The Butcher Shop & Grill
    Supervise all station employees and ensure comply consistently with the stander recipes and serving portions , cooking methods ,quality standers , kitchen rules hygiene regulation , policies and procedures .Implement security / fire / safety procedures according to the set rules and regulations and report any incidents to hierarchy.Control all dishes ready for serving to make sure they are produced according to quality, presentation and time specification, and take all measures and make prompt decisions to avoid unsatisfactory products.Record waste items on the forms and accordingly reduce the wastage of products to assist in cost control.Research, study and suggest new ideas and recipes to the Head Chef that could contribute toMeeting / exceeding the set targets.Train team members on all key in the kitchen and ensure that they comply with the setstatutory regulations .Assist the kitchen chef in planning of any possible outdoor sales activity requested by the shop manager.Displays good teamwork attitudes towards the colleagues.
  • Al-Ghunaim Trading Co. Ltd.
    Kitchen Manager
    Al-Ghunaim Trading Co. Ltd. Apr 2009 - Nov 2010
    Kuwait
    Responsible for all the overall operations of kitchen areaEnsure proper scheduling of staff.Ensures and enforces the highest standards of sanitation hygiene.Make pass during the service, check the entire miser in place.Check all requisition, transfer and inter kitchen required.Check physical aspects of kitchen area, dry store during the assigned shift.Ordering, receiving, line checking, scheduling, closing shift.
  • Sodexo
    Head Chef
    Sodexo Dec 2007 - Apr 2009
    U.S.J University And Blf Bank.
    Managed a staff of 21, responsible for all culinary tasks that are needed to operate the kitchenResponsible for staff training and giving instructions.Ensures proper scheduling of staff in accordance to the expected work-load. Controls and enforces the set vacation limits .kitchen and food cost.Ensuring all preparation working upon recipes.Daily line check to ensure food quality.Ensuring that all standards are related to the cooking time and presentation are achieved
  • Sodexo
    Head Chef
    Sodexo Dec 2005 - Dec 2007
    Rafic Harirri University Hospital
    Assist the dietitians with fully communication to making sure all meals are healthy upon the patient required .manage the daily food production including production planning and controls;ensure Sodexo Culinary Standards including recipe compliance and food qualityControlling and directing the food preparation process and any other relative activities.Assist the Executive chef in developing the patient menus.have knowledge of special diets and allergens.
  • Addmind Group
    Senior Sous Chef
    Addmind Group Jan 2003 - Nov 2005
    Pascucci City Mall, Daora
    Monitor and maintain consistent food standards and quality across all areas and during all stages of production and supply to ensure the HACCP procedures are followedEnsure safety and security is adhered to at all times.Ensure each member of the shift has sufficient knowledge of produced dishes to be able to advise serving staff/diners, e.g. allergens and content.Wastage: correct handling of surplus food after service.Ensure shift is properly organized, staffed and supervised.Create daily production schedule to ensure proper staffing requirements are met

Reda Khalife Skills

Culinary Skills Customer Service Hospitality Management Food And Beverage Menu Development

Reda Khalife Education Details

  • Martinville University U.S.A
    Martinville University U.S.A
    June 6,2014
  • Hospitality Institute Dikwana
    Hospitality Institute Dikwana
    Bachelor'S Degree

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What company does Reda Khalife work for?

Reda Khalife works for Alshaya Group

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Reda Khalife's current role is Executive Chef.

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What schools did Reda Khalife attend?

Reda Khalife attended Martinville University U.s.a, Hospitality Institute Dikwana.

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Reda Khalife has skills like Culinary Skills, Customer Service, Hospitality Management, Food And Beverage, Menu Development.

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