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Salim Jabbour

Mesa,AZ

Summary

Experienced Executive Sous Chef with strengths in team leadership, inventory management, and food safety compliance. Known for supporting efficient kitchen operations, consistent quality, and creative recipe development.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Sous Chef, Executive Kitchen Steward

Wekopa Casino Resort
Fountain Hills, Arizona
05.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with executive chef on new recipe development, balancing innovation with preservation of traditional menu favorites.
  • Developed daily production schedules for kitchen staff and monitored performance to uphold quality standards.
  • Executed food ordering supply orders, maintained inventory, and managed resource budgets.
  • Trained new employees on food safety and sanitation rules to ensure compliance and maintain high standards.

Sous Chef for Poker Kitchen and Ocean Trail

Talking Stick Resort & Casino Arizona
Scottsdale, Arizona
09.2000 - 05.2022
  • Managed inventory, ordering, and storage to support daily kitchen operations
  • Maintained food quality across kitchen stations to meet resort standards
  • Supervised kitchen staff during casino dining service to ensure smooth operations

Lead Cook for Banquet

Plaza Resort
Scottsdale, Arizona
03.1998 - 09.1999
  • Prepared menu items for banquet, buffet, and à la carte dining, ensuring timely service and high-quality presentation
  • Managed inventory, storage, and rotation of perishable ingredients to minimize waste and maintain freshness
  • Completed workstation set up and break down, ensuring compliance with food safety standards in disposal of leftover food

Education

Assiciate of Ocupational Studies Culinary Arts And Sciences, Restaurant Management - Culinary Arts

Scottsdale Culinary Institute
Scottsdale, AZ
11-2000

Skills

  • Food safety compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Recipe development
  • Menu planning
  • Culinary expertise
  • Culinary diversity
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving

Timeline

Executive Sous Chef, Executive Kitchen Steward

Wekopa Casino Resort
05.2022 - Current

Sous Chef for Poker Kitchen and Ocean Trail

Talking Stick Resort & Casino Arizona
09.2000 - 05.2022

Lead Cook for Banquet

Plaza Resort
03.1998 - 09.1999

Assiciate of Ocupational Studies Culinary Arts And Sciences, Restaurant Management - Culinary Arts

Scottsdale Culinary Institute
Salim Jabbour