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Hello, I'm Roy Haddad

Experienced Executive Chef and Culinary Innovator with a strategic vision for leadership and operations, dedicated to elevating quality standards, driving business growth, and delivering exceptional, lasting customer satisfaction ​

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"A great chef isn't just a master of flavors, but a leader who inspires teams, refines operations, and transforms kitchens into engines of creativity and consistency."

Chef Roy Haddad
Founder and Managing Director

About Me

Executive Chef | Culinary Innovator | Strategic F&B Leader

Over 25 years of international experience in the Food & Beverage industry | Proven track record in concept creation, operational excellence, and team leadership

Passionate and results-driven Executive Chef and Food Creator with more than two decades of hands-on experience in the F&B sector, both locally and internationally. Recognized for a dynamic culinary vision, innovative recipe development, and strategic leadership in high-pressure, fast-paced environments. Always open to new challenges and opportunities, I bring a blend of creativity, business acumen, and operational expertise to the table.

Throughout my career, I have consistently maintained the highest standards of performance across diverse F&B settings—from casual dining to high-volume catering and franchised concepts. My culinary creations are inspired both by global culinary trends and spontaneous in-the-moment creativity, offering memorable dining experiences tailored to customer needs.

  • Opened and launched multiple franchise restaurant operations (both local and international), including NDIA (New Doha International Airport Cafeteria) and Khaliji Bank Cafeteria & Coffee Shop.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations at Ali Bin Ali Restaurants Division (Qatar), achieving substantial cost reduction while maintaining top-tier food quality and profitability.
  • Designed and implemented catering services (indoor & outdoor) for prestigious clientele such as:
    • Carnegie Mellon University
    • Georgetown University
    • Texas University
    • Qatar Shell Oil Development Centre
    • Bechtel
    • Khaliji Bank Board of Directors
    • Al Jazeera TV
    • Muslim Orphanage Organization, among others
  • Enhanced brand visibility for existing operations (e.g., “Crepaway” Casual Diner) through impactful promotional strategies, driving growth and customer engagement.
  • Culinary Concept Development & Menu Engineering
  • P&L and Cost Control | Forecasting | Budget Management
  • Franchise Operations & Auditing
  • SOP Creation & Implementation
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Quality Assurance | Food Safety Standards
  • International Cuisine & Culinary Trends
  • Leadership | Team Building | Training & Mentorship
  • Project & Time Management
  • Multi-brand & International Management


I pride myself on combining culinary artistry with solid business insight. My leadership approach fosters high-performing teams, customer satisfaction, and sustainable business growth. With strong organizational skills, outstanding communication, and a relentless commitment to excellence, I’m poised to make a meaningful contribution in any forward-thinking F&B venture.


My Licenses & Certificates

11th December 2020

Process Improvement           

University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

4th February 2021

Strategic Leadership & Management

University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

27th January 2021

Project Management Principles & Practices Specialization

University of California Irvine - UCI

22nd December 2020

Operations & Supply Chain Decisions & Metrics

University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

29th November 2020

The Science of Gastronomy

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Additional Licenses & Certificates

My Education



Oct 2022 - Dec 2024

Masters in International Tourism and Hospitality Management


2001 - 2003

Diploma of Higher Technician in Hotel management

Hotel Management Institution

My Work Experience


Universite Saint Joseph - IGE

Instructor

2023 till present

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Monty Development

Executive chef

2021 till present

PF Chang's

Executive chef

2013 till 2020

3 branches: Zaytouna bay, Beirut City Center, The Spot mall

Al Forno

Managing back of the house team

2019 till 2020

Hot Dog & Beyond

Executive Chef

2013 

Let's Burger

Executive Chef

 2009 till 2012

Ali Bin Ali (restaurant division)

Executive Chef

2007 till 2009

3 Outlets: Crepaway, NDIA cafeteria, KHALIJI bank cafeteria & catering services (indoor and outdoor)





Roadster Diner

Kitchen Manager

2006

Crepaway

Kitchen Chef 

2003 till 2006

2 Branches:  ABC Achrafieh, Kaslik