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ESKANDAR THABIT FADHL ABDO

ESKANDAR THABIT FADHL ABDO

Pulau pinang

Summary

A professional and innovative culinary chef with 21 years of advanced experience in managing kitchens for luxury restaurants and international hotels. Expert in developing creative fusion dishes (Arabic-Italian/Western) with a proven track record of boosting revenue by up to 55%, increasing customer loyalty by 40%, and consistently achieving top-tier food safety and quality standards (94%+ on health inspections). A dynamic leader skilled in training multicultural teams and enhancing operational efficiency. Passionate about modernizing traditional recipes through contemporary culinary techniques.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef de Cuisine

Tazaa Arabic Restaurant
Penang, Malaysia
11.2024 - Current
  • Developed 15+ fusion dishes (Arabic-Italian) increasing repeat customers 40%
  • Scheduled shifts for kitchen staff according to restaurant needs.
  • Developed strategies to increase efficiency in the kitchen.
  • Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Chef de Partie

Gate of Yemeni Restaurant
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
01.2016 - 11.2024
  • Led multicultural kitchen serving 200+ daily covers
  • Boosted BBQ station sales 55% through new marinade recipes
  • Prepared traditional Yemeni dishes.
  • Introduced 20+ Western-Arabic fusion dishes (e.g. Mexican, pasta, pizza, Lamb Mandi)

Supervisor

Papa Roti
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
01.2011 - 12.2012
  • Optimized workflow increasing output 30% during peak hours
  • Trained 15+ staff on POS system reducing order errors 90%
  • Trained and mentored new staff on customer service

Chef Assistant

Monaco Village
Sanaa, Yemen
03.2009 - 12.2010
  • Co-created bestselling Middle Eastern pizza (150+ weekly orders)
  • Collaborated with chefs to plan daily menus and special offerings.

Chef De Partie

Mövenpick Hotel Sana'a
Sanaa, Yemen
11.2008 - 01.2009
  • Prepared 300+ banquet meals/day for VIP guests
  • Maintained 100% compliance in 12+ health inspections
  • Prepared and presented high-quality dishes for diverse international cuisines.

Chef Assistant

Food Corners Bouquet Restaurant
Sanaa, Yemen
11.2006 - 12.2007
  • Developed 10+ Egyptian fusion appetizers,salads
  • Reduced ingredient spoilage 22% through FIFO system

Chef Assistant

Karmuche Restaurant
Sanaa, Yemen
02.2005 - 11.2006
  • Managed Western/Middle Eastern stations during 150-seat service
  • Created signature salad bar boosting appetizer sales 35%

Cook

Shammr Hotel & Suites
Sanaa, Yemen
02.2004 - 02.2005

• Prepped ingredients for 100+ daily meals

• Maintained 4.8/5 station cleanliness rating

Education

Diploma -

Sana’a University

Skills

  • Middle Eastern Cuisine
  • Pasta
  • Western cuisine
  • BBQ & Grilling
  • Hot & cold appetisers
  • Team leading
  • Menu Engineering
  • Fusion Recipe Development
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Cost Control
  • HACCP Compliance
  • Staff Training & Development
  • Inventory Optimization
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Quality Assurance
  • Banquet Catering

Date of birth

01-01-1984

Place of Birth

  • Yemen

Marital Status

  • Married

Languages

Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Malay
Proficient
C2

Certification

  • Professional Chef de Partie | Mövenpick Hotels
  • Food Safety & Hygiene Diploma | Yemen Ministry of Health
  • KURSUS LATIHAN PENGENDALI MAKANAN | KEMENTERIAN KESIHATAN MALAYSIA

Accomplishments

  • Increased customer satisfaction by 35% at Tazaa (2024)
  • Reduced food waste by 18% through inventory optimization
  • Trained 30+ chefs to Michelin standards
  • Achieved 94% hygiene rating in 5+ health inspections

Timeline

Chef de Cuisine

Tazaa Arabic Restaurant
11.2024 - Current

Chef de Partie

Gate of Yemeni Restaurant
01.2016 - 11.2024

Supervisor

Papa Roti
01.2011 - 12.2012

Chef Assistant

Monaco Village
03.2009 - 12.2010

Chef De Partie

Mövenpick Hotel Sana'a
11.2008 - 01.2009

Chef Assistant

Food Corners Bouquet Restaurant
11.2006 - 12.2007

Chef Assistant

Karmuche Restaurant
02.2005 - 11.2006

Cook

Shammr Hotel & Suites
02.2004 - 02.2005

Diploma -

Sana’a University
ESKANDAR THABIT FADHL ABDO