Hi, I’m Elie Khreich, an experienced Food and Beverage consultant with over 20 years in the food industry. I specialize in operations management, staff training, marketing strategies, and financial analysis. I’m passionate about creating efficient workflows, promoting waste reduction, and mastering social media marketing to elevate food and beverage brands. Based between Mississauga, Ontario and Lebanon, I have a strong presence and influence in the Dubai market, managing multiple restaurant branches and marketing multiple brands across social media platforms. Throughout my career, I’ve built meaningful relationships with customers and colleagues through effective communication and dedication to high standards. I thrive on helping businesses grow through innovative revenue strategies, operational excellence, and targeted marketing campaigns. As a freelancer and food blogger, I enjoy sharing my expertise and curating engaging content that connects with a wide audience in the F&B sector.

Elie Khreich

Hi, I’m Elie Khreich, an experienced Food and Beverage consultant with over 20 years in the food industry. I specialize in operations management, staff training, marketing strategies, and financial analysis. I’m passionate about creating efficient workflows, promoting waste reduction, and mastering social media marketing to elevate food and beverage brands. Based between Mississauga, Ontario and Lebanon, I have a strong presence and influence in the Dubai market, managing multiple restaurant branches and marketing multiple brands across social media platforms. Throughout my career, I’ve built meaningful relationships with customers and colleagues through effective communication and dedication to high standards. I thrive on helping businesses grow through innovative revenue strategies, operational excellence, and targeted marketing campaigns. As a freelancer and food blogger, I enjoy sharing my expertise and curating engaging content that connects with a wide audience in the F&B sector.

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Hi, I’m Elie Khreich, an experienced Food and Beverage consultant with over 20 years in the food industry. I specialize in operations management, staff training, marketing strategies, and financial analysis. I’m passionate about creating efficient workflows, promoting waste reduction, and mastering social media marketing to elevate food and beverage brands. Based between Mississauga, Ontario and Lebanon, I have a strong presence and influence in the Dubai market, managing multiple restaurant branches and marketing multiple brands across social media platforms.

Throughout my career, I’ve built meaningful relationships with customers and colleagues through effective communication and dedication to high standards. I thrive on helping businesses grow through innovative revenue strategies, operational excellence, and targeted marketing campaigns. As a freelancer and food blogger, I enjoy sharing my expertise and curating engaging content that connects with a wide audience in the F&B sector.

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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Operations Director at Mara Restaurant & Lounge
June 30, 2025 - August 4, 2025
Managed operations of eight company branches including pre-opening strategies, staff training, and reporting to the owner. Produced operational and training documentation, conducted profit and loss analysis, devised revenue strategy, and led marketing campaigns via social media. Oversaw supply chain management, menu engineering, customer relations, and project managed all new openings. Created seasonal campaigns and pop-ups to align with market trends.
Food & Beverage Consultant (Freelancer/Food Blogger) at The Missing Piece
February 1, 2021 - Present
Maintained a strong social media presence offering trusted food reviews. Provided multiple food and beverage consulting services with a focus on social media and marketing for restaurants. Currently manage social media platforms and content creation for more than four brands.
Food & Beverage Manager at Lounge Café Italiano
January 31, 2021 - August 4, 2025
Oversaw operations of four branches including pre-opening strategy and reporting to the owner. Conducted staff training, produced operational and training materials, performed P&L analysis, revenue strategy, supply chain management, menu engineering, and managed customer relations and database.
Branch Manager at Automatic Restaurant & Grill under Damac
November 30, 2016 - August 4, 2025
Conducted sales analysis, managed wastage and inventory, performed profit/loss analysis and budget targeting. Delivered excellent customer service, led employee training, controlled costs, and maintained hygiene standards.
Overnight Store Manager at Wooden Bakery SARL
July 31, 2014 - August 4, 2025
Planned staff shifts, conducted hygiene control and profit/loss tasks, ensured budget targets were met, minimized waste, provided customer service, and acted as future predictor.
IT Manager and Data Collector at MachVision SARL
July 31, 2012 - August 4, 2025
Promoted and sold topography and artesian well construction tools. Performed artesian wells inspection and consulting. Managed IT responsibilities including data collection, extensive use of Microsoft Office and ArcGIS, and reporting for Ministry of Water and Power.
Branch Manager, Shift Manager and Supervisor at Burger King Restaurants
February 28, 2011 - August 4, 2025
Managed staff scheduling, staff development, and supervision. Conducted profit/loss analysis, future planning, and budget management. Promoted twice due to high performance to Supervisor and then Branch Manager.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Information and Communication Technology at Arab Open University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013
Advanced Certificate of Digital Marketing at College Des Apotres
December 1, 2022 - February 1, 2023

Qualifications

Person In Charge (PIC) Level 3
January 1, 2015 - August 4, 2025
Basic Management Training course (BMT)
January 1, 2010 - August 4, 2025
Profit/Loss and future planning course
January 1, 2009 - August 4, 2025
Leadership course
January 1, 2009 - August 4, 2025
Problem solving course
January 1, 2008 - August 4, 2025
Basic Food Hygiene Competencies
January 1, 2008 - August 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality