ADIL HATIM

Catering Service Manager

Saudi Arabia, SA.

About

Highly accomplished Catering Service Manager and Chef with over 13 years of experience in luxury hospitality and high-volume food production across Saudi Arabia and Morocco. Proven leader in optimizing kitchen and catering operations, managing multicultural teams, and ensuring exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction. Seeking to leverage extensive expertise in culinary arts, operational efficiency, and strategic resource management to drive success in a dynamic Food & Beverage or Luxury Hospitality environment.

Work

Hotel JACS Four Seasons Al Wajeha Al Bahriya

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CATERING SERVICE MANAGER

Al Qunfudhah, , Saudi Arabia

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Summary

Directs daily catering and kitchen operations within a luxury hospitality setting, ensuring efficient workflow, consistent quality, and operational readiness.

Highlights

Managed comprehensive daily catering and kitchen operations, optimizing workflow and achieving consistent food quality and operational readiness within a luxury hospitality environment.

Led and coordinated diverse kitchen and service teams across daily operations, high-profile events, banquets, and catering activities, ensuring seamless execution and superior guest experiences.

Planned and managed workforce requirements, coordinating employee schedules and monitoring attendance to maintain optimal staffing levels and operational demand.

Implemented HR and workforce management systems to streamline scheduling, attendance tracking, and labor allocation, enhancing team productivity and service continuity.

Oversaw buffet, banquet, and event operations, consistently upholding stringent food quality, presentation, hygiene, and established luxury hospitality standards.

Monitored food production and catering activities to ensure 100% compliance with quality, hygiene, food safety (HACCP), and operational SOP requirements.

Supported budget and resource control initiatives, promoting efficient use of labor and operational resources to minimize waste and maximize efficiency.

Provided daily guidance, coaching, and operational support to team members, fostering a collaborative environment and elevating performance to meet expected luxury service standards.

Azwad Catering

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CATERING SERVICE MANAGER – CENTRAL KITCHEN

Makkah, , Saudi Arabia

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Summary

Managed central kitchen operations, overseeing high-volume catering, banquet, buffet, wedding, and event food production.

Highlights

Directed high-volume central kitchen operations, successfully supporting large-scale catering, banquets, buffets, weddings, and events with consistent food production.

Coordinated daily food preparation, production planning, kitchen workflow, and task allocation to meet dynamic operational requirements and deadlines.

Organized workforce coverage, staff schedules, and attendance, ensuring optimal staffing to meet demanding production schedules and business needs.

Led and motivated multicultural kitchen teams, fostering effective communication and teamwork to maintain high productivity and consistent operational performance.

Ensured strict adherence to HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and SOP requirements across all central kitchen and catering activities, maintaining impeccable standards.

Monitored food quality and production output, guaranteeing consistency with established preparation and service standards for all catered events.

Implemented efficient allocation of labor and operational resources, aligning with production requirements to enhance kitchen efficiency and reduce costs.

Provided practical coaching and guidance to team members, strengthening culinary skills, promoting teamwork, and elevating overall kitchen performance.

Smokey Seal

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MEAT SECTION CHEF – SMOKED MEATS

Riyadh, , Saudi Arabia

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Summary

Led daily meat section operations, specializing in smoked meats, ensuring high-quality preparation, efficient workflow, and service readiness.

Highlights

Spearheaded daily meat section operations, including comprehensive food preparation, mise en place, and production workflow for smoked meats.

Executed precise preparation and handling of meat products according to complex recipes, specifications, and stringent quality and food safety standards.

Maintained consistent food quality, hygiene, and presentation standards throughout daily kitchen operations, enhancing customer satisfaction.

Optimized section workflow and coordinated daily tasks to ensure timely production and efficient kitchen service in a high-volume environment.

Supported the consistent execution of specialized food preparation and production requirements, contributing to seamless service delivery.

Black Elephant Burger

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MEAT SECTION CHEF

Jeddah, , Saudi Arabia

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Summary

Managed daily meat preparation and section kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to recipes, quality standards, and efficient service.

Highlights

Managed daily meat preparation and section kitchen operations, consistently adhering to established recipes, specifications, and quality standards.

Organized mise en place, preparation activities, and section workflow to support efficient and timely service in a fast-paced environment.

Prepared food products in strict compliance with operational, hygiene, and food safety requirements, minimizing risks and ensuring product integrity.

Maintained exceptional consistency in food quality, preparation, hygiene, and presentation across all meat dishes.

Coordinated daily section activities and fostered effective teamwork, contributing to smooth service and production periods.

Healthy Nutrition

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FISH SECTION CHEF

Jeddah, , Saudi Arabia

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Summary

Managed fish section preparation and daily food production, ensuring operational and quality requirements were consistently met.

Highlights

Managed fish section preparation and daily food production activities, consistently meeting stringent operational and quality requirements.

Prepared fish products while strictly maintaining food quality, hygiene, and safe food handling practices.

Organized mise en place, preparation activities, and section workflow to support efficient daily service and timely order fulfillment.

Maintained consistent food quality and hygienic preparation standards throughout the production cycle.

Supported timely food production and ensured effective coordination within the kitchen team, contributing to overall operational flow.

Hajja Bennis

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SOUS CHEF – CATERING DEPARTMENT

Fes, , Morocco

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Summary

Supported high-volume catering kitchen operations, assisting with food production, workflow coordination, and maintaining quality standards for events.

Highlights

Supported high-volume catering kitchen operations, contributing to efficient food production and service delivery for various events.

Assisted with comprehensive food preparation and production for numerous catering events and daily service requirements.

Coordinated kitchen workflow and supported efficient food production activities during peak service periods.

Assisted in maintaining exceptional food quality, hygiene, preparation, and service standards across all catering functions.

Supported successful catering event execution and coordinated kitchen activities during high-volume operations, ensuring timely delivery.

Assisted in guiding kitchen activities and fostering effective teamwork throughout daily service, enhancing operational harmony.

Education

OFPPT

Fes, , Morocco
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Specialized Technician Culinary Arts

Lycée Ibn Yassin

Mohammedia, , Morocco
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Bachelor’s Degree Arts and Humanities

Languages

Arabic

English

French

Certificates

Bakery & Pastry – Certificate of Participation

Maestro Academy / Saudi National Federation

Skills

Kitchen Operations Management

Daily Operations Management, Central Kitchen Operations, High-Volume Food Production, Food Preparation, Culinary Operations, Workflow Optimization.

Catering & Event Management

Catering Operations, Buffet Operations, Banquet Operations, Event Catering, Large-Scale Catering.

Team Leadership & Development

Kitchen Team Leadership, Service Team Leadership, Multicultural Team Coordination, Staff Training, Coaching & Development, Performance Management, Workforce Planning.

Operational Efficiency & Budgeting

Operational Budget Monitoring, Resource Control, Labor Allocation, Cost-Conscious Decisions, Shift Management, Workforce Scheduling, Employee Attendance Tracking.

Food Safety & Quality Assurance

HACCP Compliance, Food Safety, Hygiene Standards, SOP Compliance, Food Quality Control, Food Preparation Standards, Presentation Standards.

Culinary Expertise

Italian Cuisine, Moroccan Cuisine, Hot Kitchen Operations, Meat Section Operations, Fish Section Operations, Smoked Meats, Sauces, Mise en Place.

Customer Service

Guest-Focused Service, Service Consistency, Guest Needs Response.

HR Systems

HR Systems & Workforce Administration.