Professional Experience Timeline
Saudi Arabia — 2015 to 2022
Senior Operations Leader — Major Restaurant Groups
• Led daily operations across 50+ restaurant locations
• Managed and developed 800+ employees in multi-unit operations
• Achieved higher performance, service quality, and profitability
• Launched new food concepts and optimized menu development
• Built strong leadership teams and improved training systems
🇨🇦 Canada — 2024 to Present
Founder — Maple & Flame Shawarma
• Developing a scalable premium halal shawarma brand
• Focus on innovation, operational efficiency, and guest experience
• Building strong brand positioning in Calgary’s restaurant market
• Establishing structured growth and expansion strategy
BUSINESS LEADER & HOSPITALITY OPERATIONS EXPERT
Business Leader & Hospitality Operations Expert
Asem Ramadan is a business leader and hospitality operations expert with over 20 years of experience in the food & beverage industry. He has led large restaurant groups, managed 800+ employees, and achieved strong operational performance across multiple brands in Saudi Arabia.
In 2025, he launched Maple & Flame Shawarma in Canada — a premium halal concept built on innovation, efficiency, and exceptional guest experience. His focus is on building scalable restaurant operations and empowering diverse teams to succeed.
Core Strengths:
• Multi-unit restaurant operations leadership
• Staff development & high-performance team culture
• P&L ownership and business growth
• Concept development & brand expansion
• Guest satisfaction and service excellence
His vision is to contribute to Canada’s growing restaurant industry with strong leadership, authentic hospitality, and a commitment to community and opportunity.