United Arab Emirates, February 2025 – Ahmad Al Cheikh Hassan has been appointed as the Head of Human Resources at Independent Food Company, where he will lead HR strategy, talent management, and workforce development across the organization’s multiple hospitality brands. With extensive experience in HR transformation, talent acquisition, and organizational culture, Ahmad is set to drive employee engagement and HR innovation for the company.
Ahmad joins Independent Food Company after serving as Head of HR at TalentNexa-UAE, where he played a crucial role in strategic HR initiatives, workforce planning, talent development, and HR analytics. During his 11-month tenure, he led recruitment transformation, enhanced employee experience, and established a strong performance management framework to drive organizational efficiency.
Prior to TalentNexa, Ahmad spent over nine years at Cravia Inc., where he held multiple leadership roles, including Head of Human Resources. At Cravia, he led comprehensive HR transformation programs, introduced competency frameworks, and spearheaded talent retention initiatives that significantly improved employee satisfaction and productivity. His leadership also resulted in a 40% reduction in hiring time for C-suite executives and a 10% increase in employee retention.
Earlier in his career, Ahmad held key HR positions at Emirates Flight Catering, Jubaili Bros, and Hammoud Hospital University Medical Center, where he specialized in HR strategy, labor law compliance, and performance management. He played a critical role in streamlining workforce planning and optimizing recruitment operations, enhancing organizational efficiency.
About Independent Food Company
Independent Food Company is a UAE/KSA-based hospitality group that creates unique, home-grown food concepts designed to bring people together. Its portfolio includes popular brands such as Switch, SALT, Parker’s, Grind, Somewhere, and Public, each offering a distinctive dining experience. The company is committed to culinary innovation, brand excellence, and exceptional customer experiences, making it one of the leading hospitality groups in the region.
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