About Brijesh Chatterjee

  • Academic Level  Bachelor\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\s-Degree
  • Age  33 - 37 Years
  • Gender  Male
  • Industry   Food & Beverage
  • Nationality  Indian
  • Profession in Iqama   Chef
  • Are You Currently Located in Saudi Arabia?  Yes

About me

A dynamic Executive Chef and Operations Manager with extensive international experience in culinary arts, business development, and team leadership. Proven ability to optimize productivity, enhance revenue growth, and lead high-performing teams. Expertise spans South Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.

Education

  • 2003 - 2004
    National Institute of Catering Engineering, , Kolkata University

    Culinary Arts

    Completing a Culinary Arts course provided me comprehensive understanding of the culinary world, • Fundamental Cooking Techniques •Food Presentation & Plating •Kitchen Management & Organization • Menu Planning & Development •Baking & Pastry Arts •International Cuisines • Nutrition & Food Science • Hospitality & Customer Service

  • 1999 - 2003
    University Of Kolkata, India

    Bachelor Degree In Hotel management (BHM)

    I have successfully completed a bachelor's degree in hotel management, equipping me with the expertise to efficiently manage hotels, resorts, and hospitality businesses. My skill set spans operations, customer service, marketing, finance, and event planning, ensuring seamless guest experiences and business success.

Experience

  • 2021 - Present
    MAYAN Group, AL Khobar, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia

    Executive Chef & Food & Beverage Operation Manager

    Managed P&L responsibility for a SAR 10 million business unit, increasing net profits by 11% YoY
    through strategic cost management and revenue growth initiatives
    • Launched a company-wide efficiency program, optimizing supply chain management and reducing costs by
    5%, significantly improving on-time delivery rates by 20%.
    • Directed a cross-functional team of 102+ members, reducing operating expenses by 12% while maintaining
    high-quality standards.
    • Collaborated with finance to analyze monthly reports, aligning with budget forecasts and adjusting
    strategies in real-time to meet financial targets.
    • Spearheaded the development and launch of two new product lines, driving a 25% growth in annual revenue
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    • Implemented a dynamic budgeting process, improving financial forecasting accuracy by 30% for more agile
    business decisions.
    • Addressed productivity and performance issues, motivating staff to consistently achieve KPIs
    • Acted as the main contact for high-level queries and represented the team in senior leadership meetings.
    • Conducted periodic performance reviews for direct reports, ensuring continuous improvement.
    • Consistently delivered KPI targets through excellent leadership.
    • Enhanced team capabilities by upskilling staff through targeted training opportunities.
    • Planned and managed resources and budget to support and achieve objectives.
    • Conducted audits and risk assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance.
    • Managed staffing schedules for a large number of employees, maintaining operational efficiency while
    staying under budget.

Expertise

Certificate in Restaurant Management
HACCP Certification, (WCS), 2010
Food Safety Manager Certification, (ServSafe), 2018
• Credential of Readiness (CORe), Harvard Business School Online (2024)
Completed Professional Kitchen Design Workshop by Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI),2004

Languages

English
Proficient
Arabic
Intermediate
Pilipino
Intermediate
Hindi
Proficient
Bangla
Intermediate
African
Intermediate
Nepali
Intermediate

Skills

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