Chef Meziane Mohammed Sohayb

Profile

Chef de Cuisine with 22 months of experience leading the kitchen of Seb's Garden, the highest-rated restaurant in Tlemcen, Algeria.

State-certified in culinary arts and group catering, with a strong specialization in Mediterranean cuisine — seafood, pasta, grilled meats, and modern starters.

A self-taught cook who built culinary foundations independently before pursuing formal training, demonstrating a deep passion and dedication to the craft.

Proven ability to lead and motivate a kitchen team of 10+ staff while maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, and guest satisfaction.

Seeking to bring this expertise to a hotel or restaurant in Qatar, open to starting at Chef de Partie or Sous Chef level to grow within an international culinary environment.

Professional Experience

Chef de Cuisine

Seb's Garden — Tlemcen, Algeria

Sept 2024 – Present

Lead and manage a kitchen brigade of over 10 staff members across all sections of service.
Oversee daily kitchen operations at the #1 rated restaurant in Tlemcen, maintaining consistently high standards of food quality and presentation.
Design and develop Mediterranean-focused menus, specializing in seafood, pasta, grilled meats and modern starters.
Manage food costs, supplier relationships, inventory and stock control.
Ensure strict compliance with food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP principles).
Train, mentor and schedule kitchen staff, fostering a disciplined and motivated team culture.

Education & Certifications

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Culinary Arts Diploma

ESHRA, Les Falaises, Frange Maritime, Canastel, Oran

2.5-year program — Obtained January 2024

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State Diploma in Group / Collective Catering

6-month program

Specialized training in collective cuisine

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Self-Taught Foundations

Independent study

Core techniques and passion developed independently before formal training

Skills

Cuisine

Mediterranean — seafood, pasta, grilled meats, modern starters

Leadership

Kitchen team management & staff training (teams of 10+)

Operations

Menu development, food costing, inventory & supplier management

Standards

Food safety & hygiene (HACCP)

Languages

Arabic (native) · French (fluent) · English (intermediate)

Availability

Open to relocation to Qatar — available within 6 months

Some of My Creations

Get in Touch

Interested in working together? I'm open to international opportunities — especially in Qatar — and available to start within 6 months.

Flexible with working hours and shift patterns.

Open to Chef de Partie / Demi Chef de Partie / Sous Chef roles.