Ayaz Ahmad

Chef - Restaurant Punjabi Indien et Pakistanais - Bordeaux, France

(2023-06)

Assisted chefs with recipe creation and testing for good menu diversification.
Cooked high-volume naan bread orders to meet busy service requirements.
Collaborated well with chefs and service teams to maintain productive, positive kitchen environments.
Prepared allergens in controlled environments to minimise cross-contamination.
Worked flexibly to meet peak restaurant service hours and cover staff absences.

Head chef - Soo Healthy Restaurant - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

(2021-10 - 2023-04)

Managing and working closely with other Chefs of all levels.
Creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes ensuring variety and quality.
Determining food inventory needs, stocking and ordering.

Executive Chef - Al-Nakhal Pakistani Cuisine Restaurant - Lahore, Pakistan

(2013-04 - 2021-04)

Monitored linework processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
Prepared selected dishes and ingredients in advance, improving efficiency during peak service hours.
Produced high volumes of fresh, quality plates, meeting peak restaurant demand.

Head Chef - Ziafat Pakistani Restaurant - Lahore, Pakistan

(2010-02 - 2013-03)

Trained junior chefs in required culinary techniques, improving overall kitchen productivity and performance.
Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends.

Head Chef - Salt'n Pepper Pakistani Restaurant - Lahore, Pakistan

(2008-01 - 2010-02)

Maintained strict food health, hygiene and safety standards for ongoing kitchen compliance.
Prevented allergen cross-contamination through meticulous food preparation, cooking and plating.
Inspected completed work and stations to verify conformance with standards.

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