Fahad AHMED
Room No. 19, 1st Floor, Masjid Building, Dr. E. Moses Road, Jacob Circle, Saatrasta, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Phone: +91 8779831345 / +41779229687 | Email: ahmed. fahad001@gmail. com
Professional Summary
Highly skilled and internationally experienced Personal Chef with over 9 years of success across embassies, fine dining restaurants, and private residences in Switzerland, the United States, Uruguay, Sudan, and India. Adept at crafting tailored menus for diplomatic dignitaries, executing high-profile events, and creating innovative global cuisines. Expertise includes seafood mastery, menu innovation, kitchen leadership, and food safety standards. Fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, and developing proficiency in Arabic.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel and Tourism Management Studies
Viva College, Mumbai, Maharashtra — Graduated May 2013
High School Diploma
Viva College of Science Commerce and Arts, Mumbai, Maharashtra — Graduated April 2010
Professional Experience
Private Chef | Kuwait Ambassador's Residence | Bern, Switzerland
March 8, 2025 – Present
Create customized menus suited to diplomatic guests' varied tastes and dietary needs.
Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring world-class standards in food safety and hygiene.
Curate event menus for high-profile gatherings hosted by the ambassador.
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CDP (Chef de Partie) | Samudhrausa Fine Dining Indian Restaurant | United States
May 10, 2024 – January 26, 2025
Prepared authentic Indian fine dining menus focusing on South Indian cuisine.
Collaborated with executive chefs to create seasonal and festive menus.
Maintained top food quality standards while managing high-volume kitchen operations.
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Personal Chef | Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Embassy | Montevideo, Uruguay
February 2022 – February 2024
Tailored menus for diplomatic dignitaries, meeting diverse palates and dietary requirements.
Orchestrated high-profile events, delivering consistent gastronomic excellence.
Pioneered fusion dishes, blending international flavors innovatively.
Managed kitchen resources and optimized workflow, maintaining top hygiene standards.
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Personal Chef | Kuwait Embassy | Khartoum, Sudan
December 2014 – January 2020
Led exclusive culinary events, showcasing diverse and refined cuisine.
Supervised banquet teams executing events for up to 200 guests.
Sourced premium ingredients internationally, ensuring authenticity and freshness.
Enhanced guest experience through cooking demonstrations and engaging interactions.
Chef | Al-Habib Food and Catering Services | Mumbai, India
November 2013 – November 2014
Implemented strict food safety practices, achieving top inspection ratings.
Developed nutritionally balanced menus in collaboration with dietitians.
Mentored junior chefs, fostering professional growth.
Received client accolades for culinary excellence and service.
Industrial Trainee | Oakwood Hotel and Suites | Mumbai, Maharashtra
April 2011 – October 2011
Rotated through various hospitality departments to gain a holistic industry perspective.
Contributed fusion dishes for special events and festivals.
Collaborated with senior chefs on menu development.
Assisted in guest room preparations with meticulous attention to detail.
Professional Skills
Culinary Mastery | Menu Innovation | Seafood Handler | Kitchen Leadership
Multilingual Communication | Hygiene & Food Safety | Team Collaboration
Hobbies & Interests
Culinary Exploration: Passion for discovering new global culinary trends and techniques.
Sports Enthusiast: Avid follower of cricket, promoting teamwork, strategy, and discipline.
References
Available upon request.
