Brahim Alkary
Fast Food , Pastry Services
Tangier
Summary
Driven and innovative culinary professional with a background at Burger King, skilled in pastry preparation and food presentation. Excelled in enhancing kitchen efficiency and pastry quality, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and problem-solving abilities. Proven track record of developing cost-saving strategies and producing allergy-friendly recipes, contributing to positive customer experiences and workplace atmosphere Also Skilled Baker with exceptional knowledge of baking times, methods, temperatures, and flavors. Well-versed in proper function and maintenance of bakery utensils and equipment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Helper
Pastries
08.2017 - Current
- Provided exceptional service to customers by promptly addressing inquiries or concerns regarding menu offerings or ingredients.
- Maintained product freshness by properly labeling items with dates and rotating stock as needed.
- Ensured high standards of cleanliness by regularly sanitizing work surfaces and tools before and after use.
- Increased kitchen efficiency by multitasking between multiple projects during peak hours without sacrificing quality control.
- Collaborated with team members on special events or catering orders requiring large quantities of pastries within short timeframes.
- Enhanced pastry quality by consistently following recipes and maintaining proper baking techniques.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
- Personalized creations for holidays, weddings, graduations, and personal events.
- Developed and implemented cost-saving strategies for production of cakes, pastries and desserts.
- Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
Fast Food Cook
Burger King
01.2016 - Current
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Prepared ingredients for menu items.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, contributing to a positive and safe work environment.
- Utilized advanced multitasking skills when managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or consistency.
- Cooked menu items according to specified instructions.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during peak hours, optimizing service efficiency.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
- Followed company recipes and production standards to satisfy customers.
- Used kitchen equipment safely and reduced risk of injuries and burns.
- Communicated with management on food inventory stock to request order placement.
- Worked in fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
- Fostered positive coworker relationships through effective communication and teamwork during shifts, promoting an enjoyable work atmosphere.
Education
No Degree - Arabic Pastry
Abdo Baraka
Tangier, Morocco 05.2001 -
No Degree - Food Service
OFPPT
Tangier, Morocco 05.2001 -
Skills
Ingredient measuring
Food presentation
Pastry preparation
Menu Planning
Chocolate tempering
Creativity and Innovation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Active Learning
Self Motivation
Team Collaboration
Clear Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Equipment Cleaning
Food Plating
Restaurant Experience
Food Safety
Reliable and Responsible
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Elementary
A2
Interests
Music
Books
Travel
music
Pop Music , Arabic Music , Rai , Hip Hop , Blues and Many
Timeline
Pastry Helper
Pastries
08.2017 - Current
Fast Food Cook
Burger King
01.2016 - Current
No Degree - Arabic Pastry
Abdo Baraka
05.2001 -
No Degree - Food Service
OFPPT
05.2001 -