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Christian Youwakim, HR Manager
Christian Youwakim, HR Manager

Christian Youwakim

HR Manager·ANSAR GROUP OF COMPANIES

Qatar

Diploma, Human Resource Management

 

Work experience

Total years of experience: 23 years, 5 months

HR Manager

April 2025 - January 2026

ANSAR GROUP OF COMPANIES

Doha, Qatar

April 2025 - January 2026

• Led a 10+ member HR team, overseeing HR operations across 11 retail
showrooms with a workforce of 2, 500+ employees.
• Managed recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, and employee
relations to ensure alignment with business needs.
• Developed and implemented HR strategies aligned with company
growth objectives.
• Oversaw compensation structures, prepared monthly payroll + WPS,
and administered employee benefits to maintain compliance and
support workforce satisfaction.
• Enhanced employee engagement and retention initiatives across
multiple business units, contributing to a positive workplace culture.
• Ensured compliance with Qatar Labor Law and internal company
policies.
Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale

HR & Admin Manager – Contracting & Real Estate

April 2021 - November 2024

PRIDE PROJECTS W.L.L

Doha, Qatar

April 2021 - November 2024

• Coordinated HR and administrative support for construction and real
estate projects, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
• Managed HR and administrative operations across 6 companies,
supporting a workforce of 832 employees.
• Built and implemented complete HR systems, procedures, and policies
from scratch.
• Reduced recruitment cycle time by 25% through process optimization.
• Led workforce planning and restructuring initiatives, enhancing
employee engagement and alignment with organizational goals.
• Managed payroll, performance management, government relations, and
compliance.
Company industry:
Construction & Building

HR And Payroll Specialist

August 2018 - July 2020

DAR AL SHARQ & PENINSULA

Doha, Qatar

August 2018 - July 2020

• Managed payroll operations for 13 departments with over 480
employees.
• Ensured payroll accuracy and compliance with Qatar Labor Law.
• Streamlined payroll reporting processes to enhance operational
efficiency.
• Coordinated employee records and leave management to ensure
accurate HR documentation.
• Assisted HR administration and employee relations to foster a
supportive work environment.
Company industry:
Media Production

HR Manager

January 2014 - November 2017

DOHA RESTAURANTS COMPANY (Zaatar W Zeit Restaurant)

Doha, Qatar

January 2014 - November 2017

• Led HR operations for 3 restaurant brands with 547 employees.
• Managed recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance
evaluation processes to enhance workforce readiness.
• Coordinated manpower planning and scheduling to ensure optimal
staffing levels for restaurant operations.
• Handled employee relations, disciplinary procedures, and compliance.
• Developed employee engagement initiatives that contributed to
reduced staff turnover and improved team morale.
• Supported operational management across restaurant branches.
Company industry:
Catering, Food Service, & Restaurant

Restaurant Manager

January 2012 - December 2013

ZAATAR W ZEIT RESTAURANT

Doha, Qatar

January 2012 - December 2013

• Increased branch revenue through operational improvements and
customer service excellence.
• Managed daily operations of a high-volume restaurant branch in Souq
Waqif.
• Trained and supervised team of 34 employees, enhancing service
delivery and staff performance.
• Managed inventory and team scheduling, optimizing customer
satisfaction and operational flow.
• Maintained service quality and hygiene standards, ensuring compliance
with operational protocols.
Company industry:
Catering, Food Service, & Restaurant

Coffee Shop Manager

January 2010 - December 2012

COLOMBIANO CAFE – City Mall

Beirut, Lebanon

January 2010 - December 2012

• Oversaw daily coffee shop operations and customer service activities to
enhance guest experience.
• Managed sales reporting and cash handling processes while ensuring
high customer satisfaction.
• Supervised staff scheduling, inventory control, and supplier
coordination.
• Trained baristas and service staff to uphold quality service standards.
• Ensured food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
Company industry:
Catering, Food Service, & Restaurant

Restaurant Manager

January 2008 - December 2010

RAMADA HOTEL

Khobar, Saudi Arabia

January 2008 - December 2010

• Led food and beverage teams, coordinating daily operations to
maintain high service standards.
• Oversaw restaurant operations within a hotel hospitality environment,
ensuring seamless guest experiences.
• Maintained service quality standards and guest satisfaction.
• Controlled operational costs, inventory, and staffing requirements.
• Collaborated with kitchen and hotel departments to optimize workflow
and enhance operational efficiency.
Company industry:
Hospitality & Accomodation

Lead Barista & Trainer

January 2004 - December 2008

STARBUCKS COFFEE

Beirut, Lebanon

January 2004 - December 2008

• Trained and supervised baristas in coffee preparation and customer
service to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Ensured consistency in beverage quality and adherence to operational
standards.
• Managed inventory control and stock management to support efficient
branch operations.
• Supported branch operations and customer engagement.
• Ensured compliance with hygiene and safety procedures.
Company industry:
Catering, Food Service, & Restaurant

Area Sales Manager

January 2001 - December 2003

Cyclon International

Beirut, Lebanon •Hybrid

January 2001 - December 2003

• Developed sales strategies to increase revenue and market presence.
• Managed sales operations and nurtured client relationships to drive
engagement in assigned territories.
• Supervised sales representatives and evaluated performance to
enhance team effectiveness.
• Conducted market analysis and identified business opportunities.
• Prepared sales reports and collaborated with management to inform
growth strategies.
Company industry:
Sales Outsourcing

Education

International Qualification Network

January 2018

January 2018

Diploma, Human Resource Management

Qatar

American University of Science & Technology

January 2002

January 2002

Bachelor's degree, Graphic Design

Lebanon

Centre International Technique- CIT

January 1999

January 1999

High school or equivalent, Architectural Drawing

Lebanon

Skills

Graphic Design

Expert

Profit

Expert

Increasing Revenues

Expert

Operation

Expert

Cost

Expert

Microsoft Office

Expert

Recruiting

Expert

Pool professional player

Expert

Photographer

Expert

Safety and Hygiene

Expert

Training and Development

Expert

Payroll

Expert

Customer Service

Expert

Human Resources

Expert

Employee Relations

Expert

Recruitment

Expert

Cost

Expert

Operation

Expert

Increasing Revenues

Expert

Profit

Expert

Graphic Design

Expert

CONSTRUCTION

Intermediate

COORDINATING

Intermediate

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Intermediate

LABOR LAW

Intermediate

OPERATIONS

Intermediate

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Intermediate

RETAIL EXPERIENCE

Intermediate

STRATEGIC THINKING

Intermediate

WORKFORCE PLANNING

Intermediate

BUSINESS EXPANSION

Intermediate

HUMAN RESOURCE STRATEGY

Intermediate

MANAGEMENT

Intermediate

REAL ESTATE

Intermediate

Languages

Arabic

Native Speaker

French

Expert

English

Expert

Trainings and Certifications

Certifications

Driving License: Valid Driving License

Intelligence Quotient - 126/100 (IQ TEST)

ISO Awareness Training

ISO Internal Auditor (9001, 14001, 45001)

Human Resource Management

ISO

Jul 2023

Hobbies and interests

Landscape Photography