Mohamed Elshrakawy
London
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with expertise in hospitality, cooking, and food presentation. Demonstrates proficiency in culinary techniques and menu planning, ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met. Skilled in staff supervision and equipment operation, with a strong understanding of food allergies. Committed to enhancing dining experiences through innovative plating and presentation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Chef de partie
Toum, London
Maddox Street , City of London
2025.10 - Current
- Assisted head chef in delivering quality dishes within tight deadlines.
- Improved presentation of dishes by incorporating innovative plating techniques.
- Prepared sauces, stocks and soups whilst following traditional recipes.
- Monitored line production to achieve consistent quality.
- Oversaw maintenance of kitchen to comply with food safety procedures.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
Chef de Partie
Comptoir Libanais
South Kensignton , London
2021.03 - 2025.10
- Assisted head chef in daily food preparation by chopping vegetables, butchering meat, and preparing sauces.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment by following food safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Prepared and cooked high quality food following recipes and menu guidelines.
- Assisted in the management of kitchen operations during peak service times, ensuring smooth workflow and timely dish execution.
- Planned menus for daily use, special events and seasonal promotions.
- Delegated jobs to junior chefs and apprentices and offered support when necessary.
- Safely operated kitchen equipment, including industrial size mixers.
Chef de Partie
YamalAlsham Restaurant
Chelsea, London
2017.02 - 2021.01
- Prepared a wide range of dishes, adhering to menu specifications and quality standards, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Chop and cut ingredients as per company standards to facilitate kitchen staf
- Prepped foods to be roasted, sautéed, fried and baked
- Worked with sous chef to manage day-to-day rostering of catering team.
- Monitored food temperatures during storage and cooking to comply with health and safety regulations, reducing risk of foodborne illnesses.
Kitchen Staff Member
Maroush
Knightsbridge
2015.05 - 2017.01
- Assisted staff members with cleaning and maintenance of kitchen as per health and safety standard.
- Established a positive and healthy working environment by reducing workload of other staff members and assisting in a variety of tasks.
- Set up equipments for use of Chefs and cooks to ensure on-time delivery of food.
- Maintained a clean and organised work environment by following food safety and sanitation guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Level 2 Certificate - Food Safety
Chartered Institute of Environmental Health
Skills
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Food plating and presentation
- Culinary techniques
- Food allergy understanding
- Food safety
- Staff supervision
- Equipment operation
- Hygiene consciousness
- Menu planning
Timeline
Chef de partie
Toum, London
2025.10 - Current
Chef de Partie
Comptoir Libanais
2021.03 - 2025.10
Chef de Partie
YamalAlsham Restaurant
2017.02 - 2021.01
Kitchen Staff Member
Maroush
2015.05 - 2017.01
Level 2 Certificate - Food Safety
Chartered Institute of Environmental Health