Chefkashifskitchen

With over 13 years of experience in the Hotel & Hospitality Industry in Pakistan and the Middle East, I have gained valuable expertise in various departments. Professional traits include a strong work ethic, sincerity, and adaptability to changing circumstances, allowing me to excel in various assignments. In addition to professional work, I conduct cooking classes covering Chinese, Continental, Arabic, Mexican, BBQ, Pakistani, and Baking cuisines, along with providing instruction on food safety and personal hygiene practices.

Sous Chef at ZIA UL HAQ & SONS (2026-01 – Present)

Oil & Gas logistic Catering Company

Chef De Partie at ZIA UL HAQ & SONS (2014-01 – 2025-12)

Oil & Gas logistic Catering Company. Joined Zia UL Haq & Sons Oil & Gas logistic Catering Company in the Cold Kitchen & Hot Kitchen as a Chef De Partie, here my responsibility was to make International, Asian & Middle Eastern food & Salads for Buffet. Also, I Made a Meditation Salad & Different Kinds of Canapés, Sandwiches, Tarrien, Pate, etc. Also, I mention HACCP Temperature files & Chiller records According to Dubai & HSC Requirements.

• Managing kitchen staff, including chefs, cooks, and dishwashers
• Planning and organizing menus, food preparation, and presentation
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and hygiene
• Controlling inventory and ordering supplies
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Training and developing kitchen staff
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment
• Managing kitchen equipment and maintenance
• Assisting with catering and special events as needed
• Site visits as a supervisor (HUBCO, UEPL, MERCK LINE, HAPAG, HASCOL, PPL (PAKISTAN PETROLEUM LIMITED))

Commi I at JUMEIRAH BEACH HOTEL (2012-12 – 2013-11)

International L.L.C Dubai. Joined Jumeirah Beach Hotel Dubai and worked in the Cold & Hot Kitchen as a Commi I. Here my responsibilities were making international salads & Food for the Buffet, Ala Cart & Banquet. Also, I made canapés, sandwiches; pass-around salads for VIP & VVIP parties & varieties of dressings. Also, I mention all HACCP Temperature files & chiller records According to Dubai Municipality Requirements.

Commi I at MEDIA ONE HOTEL (2012-03 – 2012-11)

Joined Media One Hotel Dubai as a Commi one in Cold & Hot Kitchen. I Make different kinds of Sandwiches, Ala Cart, and various kinds of Salads, Soups, Sauces & varieties of Dressings & Fast Food menus.

Commi I at RAMADA CONTINENTAL HOTEL (2009-10 – 2012-02)

Joined Ramada Continental Hotel Deira Dubai in the Cold Kitchen. My responsibilities include sanitizing the vegetables and arranging the salads at incorrect temperatures. Maintain the HACCP Temperature File. I make various kinds of Salads, Sauces, and Cold Cuts Especially Arabic Salads Like Hummus, Mutable, Baba Ganosh, Shanklish, Tabulleh, Fattoush Etc.

Commi I at ARMADA RESTAURANT (2009-03 – 2009-09)

Joined Armada Find Dining Restaurant Fujairah which is the Outlet of Ramada Continental Hotel Dubai as a Commi I. I experienced in Ala Cart orders. Various types of food menu's included Continental, Mexican, Chinese, Italian, Arabic and different kinds of Salads and Desserts.

Cook at STATE GUEST HOUSE (2005-09 – 2009-02)

Joined State Guest House as a Senior Cook. Where my responsibilities to make the food for VVIP guests. I made various kinds of Food like Chinese, Continental, Pakistani, Indian Italian, Fast Food, B.B.Q & Verities of Salads & Desserts.

Commi II at HOTEL MEHRAN (2005-02 – 2006-03)

Joined Hotel Mehran in the Food and Beverage Department In the Kitchen. Experience in Ala Cart, Cold Kitchen, Pakistani Kitchen, and Chinese Kitchen. & Continental Kitchen.

Intern Ship at PEARL CONTINENTAL HOTEL (2003-06 – 2003-08)

Joined Pearl Continental Hotel in the Kitchen Department. Where I Trained in the Hot & Cold Sections.

Intern Ship at PEARL CONTINENTAL HOTEL (2004-04 – 2004-06)

Joined Pearl Continental Hotel in the Kitchen Department. Where I Trained in the Hot & Cold Sections.

Intern Ship at BEACH LUXURY HOTEL (2002-01 – 2002-07)

Joined Beach Luxury Hotel in the Kitchen Department. I Trained in the Hot side and Cold side. Trained in Ala' Cart and Buffet items.

Master – University of Karachi (2008 – 2009)

Graduation – University of Karachi (2004)

Inter – Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (2001-12)

Matriculation – Board of Secondary Education Karachi (1999-03)

Certificate Course in Food & Beverage Production & Services – Pakistan Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management (PITHM) (2001)