Ali Hadi

Experienced Chef with expertise in food preparation, kitchen operations, and team leadership. Skilled in maintaining high food quality, ensuring strict food safety standards, managing inventory, and building strong vendor relationships. Dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences while improving kitchen efficiency and controlling costs.

CHEF - PLAY EATS - DHA / LAHORE

(2025-03 - 2026-07)

• Prepared and cooked high-quality food according to recipes and company standards.
• Planned menus, developed new dishes, and maintained food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Ensured compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Supervised and trained kitchen staff while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment.
• Managed inventory, food ordering, stock rotation, reduced food waste, and controlled kitchen costs.
• Coordinated with the service team to ensure timely order delivery and worked efficiently under pressure.
• Built and maintained strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of quality ingredients.

ASST CHEF - CORDON KITCHEN - GULBERG / PAKISTAN

(2023-08 - 2025-02)

• Managed specific kitchen sections (Grill, Sauce, Fry, Pan, hot plate, oven) and prepared high-quality dishes to standard.
• Supervised and trained junior chefs and kitchen assistants, ensuring food consistency and timely service.
• Maintained strict hygiene and food safety standards (HACCP).
• Monitored stock levels, assisted with inventory control, and minimized food waste.
• Worked closely with the Head Chef to develop menus and improve kitchen operations.

CREW MEMBER - FORKS N KNIVES - DHA / PAKISTAN

(2022-01 - 2023-07)

• Maintained within fast food preparation targets especially during busy restaurant periods.
• Collaborated with team members to optimise service speed during peak hours

COOK - KHURD O NOSH - CANTT / PAKISTAN

(2019-01 - 2022-05)

• Responsible for basic food preparation, station setup, and cooking.
• Chop and peel items run hot stations clean work areas

COOK - EX CAFE - DHA / PAKISTAN

(2017-11 - 2018-12)

• Prepares complex dishes, follows recipes, manages kitchen stations, and ensures food safety.
• Assistanting other chefs.

COOK - CGC - DHA / PAKISTAN

(2014-01 - 2017-10)

• Prepares and cooks specific menu items or station components (such as hot apps or line stations).
• Follows standardized recipes, portion controls, and food safety/sanitation guidelines.
• Maintains station cleanliness, stocks and completes prep work before service

MATRIC - AIOU (2020-01 - 2021-12)