Wissam Ataya

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Manager - Bakery and Pastry @ Casinetto
United Arab Emirates
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United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates
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About Wissam Ataya

• Sales and Marketing Manager in the Pastry and Bakery Division in which I apply all my expertise in this field and get involved in the making of premium products and ingredients. I’ll be pitching in brand new ideas and using high quality ingredients to provide all the chefs the products they need. • More than 28 years of experience in Pastry & working with a high professional standard.• Extensive culinary knowledge in both modern and classic culinary trends.• Pre-opening experiences for 5 Star Hotels in Dubai.• Creative, enthusiastic, hardworking with a passion for food and lots of experience working in eventful hotels

Wissam Ataya's Current Company Details
Casinetto

Casinetto

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Manager - Bakery and Pastry
United Arab Emirates
Website:
casinetto.com
Employees:
161
Wissam Ataya Work Experience Details
  • Casinetto
    Manager - Bakery And Pastry
    Casinetto
    United Arab Emirates
  • Aramtec
    Sales And Marketing Manager: Pastry & Bakery Divison
    Aramtec Jul 2019 - Present
    United Arab Emirates
  • Emaar Hospitality Group- The Address Fountain Views
    Executive Pastry Chef
    Emaar Hospitality Group- The Address Fountain Views Apr 2019 - Jul 2019
    United Arab Emirates
    Part of pre-opening team from April 1st - July 28th.
  • The Address Dubai Mall Hotel
    Executive Pastry Chef
    The Address Dubai Mall Hotel May 2013 - Mar 2019
    U.A.E- Dubai
    • Responsible for planning, directing, controlling, coordinating and participating in the day-to-day preparation and production of all pastry item for buffets and outlets. • Controlling of receiving, commissary and stores. Ensuring that the products are of the highest quality, and that this is consistently achieved. • Ensuring the hotel cost control policies and procedures are followed.• Ensuring hygiene and cleanliness across the kitchen, food production and food storage areas during active walks per shift.
  • Movenpick Hotels & Resorts - Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel
    Executive Pastry Chef
    Movenpick Hotels & Resorts - Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel Nov 2010 - Nov 2012
    Uae-Dubai
    • Oversee the overall operations of the Pastry and Bakery department for 10 outlets, banqueting and 24 hours coffee shop.• Managed and lead a culinary team of 13 chefs to ensure the present of quality, cost and production.
  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts - Westin Dubai
    Complex Executive Pastry Chef
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts - Westin Dubai Apr 2008 - Oct 2010
    U.A.E - Dubai
     Part of the pre-opening team of Westin property and played an active role in designing the pastry concept (style, 4 images/star service), kitchen layout (production, service), recruitment, selection, procurement of kitchen’s equipment and installation. 5 star hotels (211 Rooms at Le Meridian & 294 Rooms at Westin), leading the team of 25 pastry chefs and 8 baker chefs. Oversaw the overall operations of the pastry and bakery department for seventeen outlets, banqueting and 24 hours coffee shop. Planned and Budgeting the revenues and costs for the department and ensuring that the food costs are kept in line with targets set without affecting quality. Developed systems and procedures that achieve higher cost efficiency and customer satisfaction.  Oversaw the operations of Arabic kitchen including recruitment and implementing of modern Arabic food menus.
  • Le Meridien Mina Seyahi
    Pastry Chef
    Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Jan 2002 - Apr 2008
     Team leader of 12 pastry and bakery chefs.  Implemented and enforced sanitation and food safety procedures (HACCP). Handled the Banquet and conference facility of up to 5000 guest. Actively involved every year since 2002, during the Air Show, Boat show, Anzac Day, American Day, Great British Day and all water sport racing, gala diners of up to 4000 guests. Produced standard recipes considering each outlet type and origin style, vast improvement on buffet and plated desserts by introducing a fine modern touch. Developed and implemented formal training plans for the pastry team to ensure full understanding of the new recipes. Participated in different culinary competitions and achieving several gold and silver.
  • French Connection
    Pastry Chef
    French Connection Apr 1999 - Jun 2001
    U.A.E - Dubai
     French Connection is One of the leading coffee shops on brand, located in the heart of Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai.  Responsible for the entire production of the main outlet and involved in the growth of the brand by opening another outlet in a very busy location. Multiplied and increased the volume of the pastry produced by introducing new desserts.  Was the direct channel of contact with the best suppliers to purchase all kinds of ingredients. Increased the customers’ satisfaction by building a direct relationship to exceed their needs.
  • The Jumeirah Beach Hotel And Resort
    Assistant Pastry Chef
    The Jumeirah Beach Hotel And Resort Oct 1997 - May 1999
    U.A.E - Dubai
     Pre – Opening team of an Awards-winning Five Star Deluxe Hotel (with 24 pastry chefs) 600 rooms, 18 outlets banqueting and a conference facility of up to 1500 guests.  Assisted the Pastry Chef in developing new recipes, ingredients, presentation, daily menus and new concepts.  In charge of complete production of pastry, supervising banquet and ala-carte presentation.
  • Forte Grand
    Assistant Pastry Chef
    Forte Grand Mar 1996 - May 1997
    Uae. Abu Dhabi
     Five Star Deluxe Business Hotel - 197 rooms, 11 outlets, 3 meeting rooms, Royal Club for Business Executives and banqueting and conference facility of up to 400 guests. Supervised of 9 production staff. Responsible for all pastry production of 11 different restaurants and bars.  Assisted in developing all menus and with the training of newly hired employees.
  • Le Meridien, Damascus- Syria
    Chef De Partie “Pastry In Charge”
    Le Meridien, Damascus- Syria Dec 1991 - Jan 1996
    Damascus- Syria
     350 rooms, 7 outlets, 5 meeting rooms, banqueting facility of up to 1200 guests. Started as a Commis, then promoted to a Chef de Partie.  Supervised 11 production pastry staff, menu development, and designing a new setup for the pastry kitchen.

Wissam Ataya Skills

Pre Opening Fine Dining Hotels Cuisine Recipes Banquets Food And Beverage Mediterranean Menu Development Culinary Skills Pastry Catering Resorts Restaurants Hospitality Management Micros Chef Menu Engineering Menu Costing Cooking Pre Opening Experience Food Hotel Management Opening Hotels Italian Cuisine Hospitality Industry Hygiene Restaurant Management Banquet Operations

Wissam Ataya Education Details

  • Hotel & Tourism Training Centre
    Hotel & Tourism Training Centre
    Hotel Management
  • Damascus Syria
    Damascus Syria
    Hotels

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Wissam Ataya works for Casinetto

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Wissam Ataya's current role is Manager - Bakery and Pastry.

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Wissam Ataya attended Hotel & Tourism Training Centre, Damascus Syria.

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Wissam Ataya's colleagues are Bhogindra Chahar, Qalab Hassan, Manoj Chaudhary, Justin Daluz, Wisdom Christopher, Vinoth Senthilvel, Mathi Vanan.

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