Submitting more applications increases your chances of landing a job.

Here’s how busy the average job seeker was last month:

Opportunities viewed

Applications submitted

Keep exploring and applying to maximize your chances!

Looking for employers with a proven track record of hiring women?

Click here to explore opportunities now!
We Value Your Feedback

You are invited to participate in a survey designed to help researchers understand how best to match workers to the types of jobs they are searching for

Would You Be Likely to Participate?

If selected, we will contact you via email with further instructions and details about your participation.

You will receive a $7 payout for answering the survey.


User unblocked successfully
Muhammed  Faraz , OPERATIONS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Muhammed Faraz

OPERATIONS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER·Caramel Sweet Art,

Qatar

Bachelor's degree, Aviation Management

Work experience

Total years of experience: 6 years, 0 months

OPERATIONS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

January 2026 - Present

Caramel Sweet Art,

Doha, Qatar

January 2026 - Present

Leadership & Operational Excellence:
• Directed comprehensive 90-day transformation roadmap to optimize multi-functional
operations, streamline production workflows, and elevate service standards for 21-
member multicultural team
• Spearheaded B2B procurement integration and cost optimization initiatives to maximize
fiscal efficiency and operational performance
• Embedded culture of accountability, high-performance execution, and operational
precision across all departments
Brand Development & Strategic Growth:
• Orchestrated high-level corporate partnerships including multi-functional Kitchen Studio
collaboration with Bosch to enhance brand positioning and market equity
• Conceptualized and launched high-margin seasonal product lines, driving revenue
growth and market differentiation
• Enhanced brand visibility and aesthetic appeal through premium digital content
strategies and executive branding initiatives

Company industry:
Food & Beverage Production
Job role:
Management

OPERATIONS MANAGER & TEAM LEADER

December 2021 - December 2025

The Cooking Academy,

Doha, Qatar

December 2021 - December 2025

Operational Management & Performance Excellence:
• Directed end-to-end operational management across multi-departmental culinary and
hospitality operations, achieving seamless business continuity and service excellence
• Developed and institutionalized SOP frameworks that enhanced workflow efficiency,
reducing turnaround time and operational redundancies by 22%
• Administered full-cycle budget control and financial forecasting, ensuring fiscal discipline
and targeted profitability across all initiatives
• Increased annual profit margins by 25% through strategic cost governance, operational
streamlining, and resource optimization
Team Leadership & Human Capital Development:
• Recruited, mentored, and led high-performance multicultural team, embedding
accountability, innovation, and excellence-driven culture
• Conducted competency mapping and leadership development programs aligned with
strategic organizational objectives and succession planning
• Implemented advanced training programs enhancing staff competencies in operations,
customer service, and food safety standards
Event Planning & Large-Scale Operations:
• Spearheaded planning, budgeting, and flawless execution of signature events including
AgriteQ 2024, Qatar International Food Festival, and national book fairs
• Directed event logistics, vendor contracts, and technical setups to maintain operational
precision and brand consistency across large-scale activations
• Managed end-to-end logistics for AgriteQ 2024, pioneering Qatars first farm-to-table
agricultural culinary initiative integrating sustainability education
Brand Development & Market Expansion:
• Devised and executed growth strategies expanding service portfolios, establishing new
business verticals in culinary education and experiential learning
• Cultivated strategic partnerships with corporate and educational institutions, boosting
long-term client engagement and recurring revenue
• Launched regions first Kids Culinary Summer Camp and 6-month Culinary Diploma
Program, capturing untapped educational market segments
• Elevated brand equity to benchmark status in Qatars culinary education and experiential
dining ecosystem through integrated marketing campaigns
Quality Assurance, Compliance & Strategic Partnerships:
• Established comprehensive quality management framework ensuring operational
alignment with internal policies and external compliance standards
• Negotiated strategic collaborations with global kitchen equipment brands including Unox,
enhancing operational capabilities and service quality
• Represented organization at government-led forums advancing sustainability initiatives
aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030
• Strengthened stakeholder relationships with global kitchen equipment leaders, aligning
innovation with sustainable business practices

Company industry:
Training & Education Center
Job role:
Management

MANAGER – OPERATIONS

December 2021 - November 2025

The Cooking Academy,

Doha, Qatar

December 2021 - November 2025

Summary: Strategic and performance-driven Operations & Business Development Manager
with a demonstrated record of orchestrating complex culinary, hospitality, and sustainability
initiatives across Qatar. Renowned for driving organizational growth, optimizing multi
channel operations, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Recognized for leading
prestigious national events such as AgriteQ 2024, aligning innovation, profitability, and brand
value under one unified vision.
Strategic Operational Leadership
• Directed end-to-end operational management, streamlining multi-departmental
functions to achieve seamless business continuity and service excellence.
• Developed and institutionalized SOP frameworks that enhanced workflow efficiency,
reducing turnaround time and operational redundancies by 22%.
Business Expansion & Development
• Devised and executed growth strategies to expand service portfolios, establishing
new business verticals in education and experiential learning.
• Cultivated strategic client partnerships with corporate and educational institutions,
boosting long-term engagement and recurring revenue.
Event & Program Management
• Spearheaded planning, budgeting, and execution of signature events including
AgriteQ 2024, Qatar International Food Festival, and Doha International Book Fair,
ensuring flawless delivery.
• Oversaw event logistics, vendor contracts, and technical setups to maintain
operational precision and brand consistency across large-scale activations.
Financial Planning & Performance Optimization
• Administered full-cycle budget control, ensuring fiscal discipline, cost optimization,
and targeted profitability for every initiative.
• Introduced data-driven forecasting models to anticipate financial trends and enhance
operational ROI.
Marketing Leadership & Brand Strategy
• Championed integrated marketing campaigns blending digital, experiential, and
influencer strategies to elevate brand reach and recognition.
• Developed a cohesive brand identity framework, increasing brand recall and
audience loyalty across social platforms.
Human Capital & Team Leadership
• Recruited and nurtured a multicultural high-performance team, embedding a culture
of accountability, innovation, and excellence.
• Conducted competency mapping and leadership development programs aligned with
strategic organizational goals.
Customer Experience & Relationship Management
• Established rigorous customer satisfaction frameworks, leveraging real-time analytics
to enhance service quality and experience delivery.
• Proactively addressed client insights to strengthen retention and advocacy rates.
Innovation & Program Development
• Launched the regions first Kids Culinary Summer Camp and a 6-month Culinary
Diploma Program, tapping into untapped educational segments.
• Introduced digital learning models integrating culinary skill development with
sustainability principles.
Strategic & Negotiated and
brands such as Unox, enhancing Represented the organization at government-led with Qatar National Vision 2030.
Quality Assurance & Compliance Established a management ensuring Regularly audited benchmarks. AgriteQ 2024
• Increased annual profit margins by 25% through strategic cost governance,
operational streamlining, and resource optimization.
• Elevated brand equity, establishing The Cooking Academy as a benchmark in Qatars
culinary education and experiential dining ecosystem.
• Strengthened stakeholder partnerships with global kitchen equipment leaders such
as Unox, aligning innovation with sustainable business practices.

Company industry:
Training & Education Center
Job role:
Management

SALES & MARKETING EXECUTIVE

July 2020 - December 2021

Romano Trading WLL,

Doha, Qatar

July 2020 - December 2021

• Directed multi-branch retail operations ensuring operational uniformity, process
adherence, and consistent brand representation across locations
• Achieved double-digit revenue increases through targeted promotional innovation and
strategic pricing/assortment strategies
• Successfully led launch and marketing of third showroom, expanding market share and
brand presence within Qatar
• Implemented structured CRM systems enabling data-driven retention strategies and
personalized customer engagement
• Elevated brand recognition and customer loyalty through integrated marketing
campaigns and influencer collaborations
• Conducted market research and competitive benchmarking identifying emerging retail
opportunities and driving strategic recommendations
• Conducted advanced sales enablement training improving staff negotiation, cross
selling, and customer service competencies

Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale

Education

Bharathiar University

May 2019

May 2019

Bachelor's degree, Aviation Management

India

Skills

Observant
Expert
Observant
Expert
Customer Focus
Expert
Customer Focus
Expert
Friendly Personality
Expert
Friendly Personality
Expert
Project Management
Expert
Project Management
Expert
Communication Skills
Expert
Communication Skills
Expert
C++
Beginner
C++
Beginner
LANGUAGES
Beginner
LANGUAGES
Beginner
LEADERSHIP
Beginner
LEADERSHIP
Beginner
MICROSOFT EXCEL
Beginner
MICROSOFT EXCEL
Beginner
MICROSOFT POWERPOINT
Beginner
MICROSOFT POWERPOINT
Beginner
MICROSOFT WORD
Beginner
MICROSOFT WORD
Beginner
READ
Beginner
READ
Beginner
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Intermediate
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Intermediate
BRAND MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
BRAND MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
BUSINESS EXPANSION
Intermediate
BUSINESS EXPANSION
Intermediate
BUSINESS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Intermediate
BUSINESS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Intermediate
CULINARY ARTS
Intermediate
CULINARY ARTS
Intermediate
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE STRATEGY CX
Intermediate
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE STRATEGY CX
Intermediate
MARKETING
Intermediate
MARKETING
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
PROFITABILITY ANALYSIS
Intermediate
PROFITABILITY ANALYSIS
Intermediate
DECISION MAKING
Expert
DECISION MAKING
Expert
HTML
Expert
HTML
Expert
BRAND STRATEGY
Intermediate
BRAND STRATEGY
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Intermediate
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Intermediate
PROFIT AND LOSS P&L MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
PROFIT AND LOSS P&L MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
USER EXPERIENCE UX
Intermediate
USER EXPERIENCE UX
Intermediate

Languages

English

Expert

Hindi

Expert

Malayalam

Expert

Arabic

Intermediate

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Strategic Planning Foundations –
Social Media Marketing: Strategy and Optimization
Working in a Digital World: Professional Skills
Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner
Developing Your Emotional Intelligence
Critical Thinking – LinkedIn
Amplify Your Critical Thinking with Generative AI
Become an AI-Powered Manager
Critical Thinking with Generative AI
AI-Powered Manager Certification