David Omar

A culinary veteran with more than 20 years of experience, Executive Chef Omar's motto is simple elegance when presenting familiar menu items in new and innovative ways. Holding many roles including mentor, consultant and entrepreneur, Chef Omar is involved in all aspects of the culinary arts.

With a desire to provide innovative menus to the public in private homes, Chef Omar cultivated his 2008 entrepreneurial venture, Edmonton Personal Chef Service. A leader in his craft, Chef Omar has won many awards for his talents including the 2003 Gold & Silver Medals for the Alberta Hotel Beef Competition as well as the 2004 Leader of the Year for Ramada Hotel & Conference Center.

Having grown-up in the small town of St. Stephen, New Brunswick, Chef Omar understands the importance of supporting and sourcing from local producers. He has made it a priority to work with Alberta farmers in order to bring his guests the most intense, fresh and local flavours possible. Leading the culinary team at Zinc, Chef Dave promises his guests a unique dining experience from appetizer to dessert.

Website: zincrestaurant.ca