Hocine Maouche
London
Summary
Skilled culinary professional focused on quality control and health and safety compliance. Possesses expertise in sauce making, grilling, and pastry creation, alongside efficient food preparation and storage. Ensures effective inventory management and adapts to new recipes while maintaining composure in high-pressure environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Commis chef
Branded steaks
London
2023.07 - 2024.11
- Prepared ingredients for head chef to ensure efficient service.
- Maintained high hygiene standards throughout kitchen operations.
- Trained under experienced chefs increasing professional culinary skills.
- Ensured proper portion control reducing unnecessary wastage.
- Contributed to food presentation, enhancing visual appeal for diners.
Pizza chef
Pizza Hut
London
2022.03 - 2024.05
- Specialised in creating traditional Italian-style pizzas that were praised by patrons for their authentic taste.
- Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen, contributing to a hygienic work environment.
- Managed inventory effectively to minimise wastage and reduce costs.
- Showcased creativity in designing seasonal specials which became popular choices among diners.
- Worked under pressure efficiently during busy periods, ensuring uninterrupted service.
Customer sales assistant
Lacoste
2019.03 - 2019.06
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily sales targets.
- Resolved queries swiftly, contributing to positive customer experience.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously without compromising on quality of service provided.
- Provided exceptional service, boosting repeat business rates.
- Executed visual merchandising displays to increase product appeal.
- Processed transactions, ensuring accuracy at all times.
Delivery driver
Uber Eats
London
2017.06 - 2017.12
- Delivered temperature-sensitive goods using appropriate methods maintaining product quality.
- Navigated various routes efficiently, leading to increased route coverage.
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles safely, preventing injuries or accidents.
- Managed delivery documentation meticulously ensuring all paperwork was up-to-date and accurate.
- Adapted to changing road conditions quickly ensuring safe and timely deliveries.
- Handled fragile items carefully, resulting in zero damage complaints.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch team to ensure timely deliveries.
Waiter
Browns
London
2015.12 - 2017.02
- Demonstrated proficiency in using Point of Sale systems for accurate billing.
- Helped reduce waiting times by swiftly clearing tables after use.
- Communicated efficiently with fellow team members, fostering a harmonious working environment.
- Managed table settings for optimal dining experience.
- Maintained professional appearance throughout shifts, reflecting positively on establishment image.
- Handled payment transactions to guarantee smooth customer checkout process.
Kitchen porter
Big Easy
London
2012.06 - 2015.09
- Ensured smooth running of the kitchen by efficiently managing waste disposal tasks.
- Followed established procedures for handling special cleaning solutions in order to protect self and others from harm.
- Assisted in stock rotation tasks; maintained accurate inventory count.
- Swept and mopped floors at end of shifts to ensure tidy workspace next day.
Kitchen porter
cafe rouge
London
2006.10 - 2011.04
- Consistently adhered to food hygiene regulations whilst dealing with food waste.
- Actively contributed towards keeping cooking areas pest-free through regular cleaning duties.
- Rotated stock to ensure freshness and reduce waste.
- Streamlined workflow to reduce waiting times for serving staff.
Skills
- Sautéing and grilling
- Sauce making
- Seafood preparation
- Baking proficiency
- Pastry creation
- Use of commercial dishwasher
- Bakery products crafting
- Cold food preparation
- Garnishing dishes
- Cooking techniques mastery
- Food preparation
- Portion control
- Ingredient measurement
- Quality control focus
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Safe food storage
- Stock rotation
- Inventory stocktake
- Use of commercial dishwasher
- Kitchen equipment handling
- Station setup
- Recipe adaptability
- High energy
- Calm under pressure
- Outstanding culinary skills
- Safe food storage
- Stock rotation
Languages
English
Intermediate
Arabic
Advanced (C1)
French
Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Commis chef
Branded steaks
2023.07 - 2024.11
Pizza chef
Pizza Hut
2022.03 - 2024.05
Customer sales assistant
Lacoste
2019.03 - 2019.06
Delivery driver
Uber Eats
2017.06 - 2017.12
Waiter
Browns
2015.12 - 2017.02
Kitchen porter
Big Easy
2012.06 - 2015.09
Kitchen porter
cafe rouge
2006.10 - 2011.04