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Saleh Al Saleh

Saleh Al Saleh

Restaurateur
Dubai, دبي

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About Saleh Al Saleh:

Creative, motivated and passionate about building game-changing F&B concepts targeting consistent long-term growth. 

With 10+ years of experience in branding and concept development (specializing in F&B), I have researched, conceived, developed and grown numerous F&B concepts that have expanded both within its origin market and internationally. 

Experience

Team Hummus: Co-Founder (Izmir, Turkey) 
2019 – Present

Designed and built a fast-casual Middle Eastern concept with 3 operating outlets and a 4th opening in Amman, Jordan in Q4 2022

• Concept development: Researched, created and developed the Brand, Corporate Identity and Menu offerings; based on market feedback, tailored the offering to the Turkish market.
• External Procurement: Hired, guided and oversaw the design team and construction process.

• HR and staff training: Head hunted management and operational staff; oversaw training for all staff and set KPIs for all team members.
• Costing and processes: Set up Standard Operating Procedures and cost sheets for both Central Kitchen facility and shops; established auditing procedures and quality control systems.

• Marketing & PR: Hired, guided and continues to oversee all Marketing and Social Media efforts by the current agency.

 

Restaurant Consultant (UAE, Turkey, USA)
2017 – Present

Consulting on diverse F&B projects, providing A-Z concept development, Marketing, Design & Fit-out for restaurants in all segments.

• Created multiple restaurant concepts (Virtual & Brick and Mortar) in Dubai, Turkey and the USA
• Services provided spanned Concept development, External Procurement, Costing and processes.

 

Kitchen Nation: Co-Founder (Dubai, UAE) 
2015 – 2017

Founded and grew the first-of-its kind culinary incubator concept in Dubai. Set new industry standards based on extensive R&D and created awareness for the concept attracting different food entrepreneurs.

• Co-founded Food Endeavors LLC and built Dubai’s first Culinary Incubator.
• Established industry standards and operating guidelines for a unique business model.
• Created and Developed the concept, branding and shop design for Kitchen Nation, as well as a Middle Eastern cuisine food truck, working within a tight budget
• Worked with Operations and Head Chef developing menu items and retail products.
• Created and co-owned multiple delivery-based concepts operating with minimal overheads and low break-even points.
• Secured events and managed the calendar for food truck.
• Attracted new clientele through cost-effective marketing campaigns with strong ROI.

 

Awj Investments: Brand Marketing Manager (Dubai, UAE) 
2012 – 2015
As part of the initial team, created and refined 3 proprietary F&B concepts. Pitched for and secured 3 locations in the most sought-after project in Dubai at the time, “The Beach”. Led the translation of original ideas into reality during Opening and Post-opening phases, and created a detailed customer experience.

• Created and developed the Corporate Identity for the group and single handedly conceived, created and developed Operation:Falafel.
• Directed shop design, administered shop fit-out and audited contractors’ work adhering to the standards of “The Beach” developer Meraas.

• Created online and offline presence and employed an in-house team to maintain the brands’ identities and execute cost-efficient marketing and PR campaigns.
• Worked closely with Management and Operations developing the menu items/products selection after identifying the desired taste profile for the market.

• Created two themed launch events (Operation:Falafel and Bahria). • Guided and overlooked all ATL/BTL work by advertising agency for the group.
 

TCHE TCHE Café and Fitness One Gyms
Brand Marketing Manager (Amman, Jordan)
2010 – 2012
Consolidated all branding and marketing efforts for two established brands. Led rebranding and enhanced the customer experience resulting in increased overall sales.

• Designed, implemented and executed integrated marketing campaigns for both brands.
• Managed all marketing collateral, organized advertising agencies and store managers to follow set strategy for the brands.

• Orchestrated the rebranding of Fitness One gyms before launching the biggest health center in the Middle East.
• Secured franchise deals in two countries for TCHE TCHE Café.

Education

BA, Graphic Design & Arts
Al-Ahliyyah Amman University, Jordan 

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