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Edward Knapp

Arden,NC

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Amtrak Rail Passenger Service, excelling in catering and culinary innovation. Proven ability to lead teams and enhance customer satisfaction through exceptional communication and organizational skills in various countries. Recognized for successful marketing initiatives, driving engagement and international businesses.

Work History

Food Specialist, Level 1-3

Amtrack Rail Passenger Service, Western Region

Chef, First Class

Amtrack Rail Passenger Service, Western Region

Executive Chef

Amtrack Rail Passenger Service, Western Region

Onboard Service Specialist & Instructor

Amtrack Rail Passenger Service, Western Region

Design & Build Residential Homes

Idyllwild, CA

Finish Carpentry

Vincent Homes, Ft Lauderdale, FL/ C& S

Owner & Partner

Creative Homes/Knapp Lumber Co

CEI & Commercial Contractor

Creative Homes & Millwork Inc

Investor & Railcar Builder

Great Smokey Mountains Scenic Railway

CEO & Chef Designer

Vintage Beans & Timber Inc

CEO & Furniture Designer / Import & Export

Vintage International Inc

CEO &Chef Designer

Family Leisure Center

Chef Design Director

MARS Architectural Design Consulting (LLC)

CEO & Yunnan Tourism Association Consultant

Vintage International Design Corporation

Environmental Tourism

Vintage International Design Corporation

Education

Marketing & Sales

Broward Community College
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Vocational Training

Broward Carpentry Union Apprenticeship Program
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Skills

  • Catering experience
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Culinary expertise
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability

Accomplishments

Publications(2002-2004) :

New Old House: Designing with Reclaimed Materials, Gibbs Smiths Publisher, first and second edition


Media( guest appearance)

Extreme Home Makeover (TV)

Home Across America (TV)

PBS & NPR talk shows (TV)


Over 80 media articles, publications and citations


Asia & China Environmental Design Awards (18)

Timeline

Food Specialist, Level 1-3

Amtrack Rail Passenger Service, Western Region

Chef, First Class

Amtrack Rail Passenger Service, Western Region

Executive Chef

Amtrack Rail Passenger Service, Western Region

Onboard Service Specialist & Instructor

Amtrack Rail Passenger Service, Western Region

Design & Build Residential Homes

Idyllwild, CA

Finish Carpentry

Vincent Homes, Ft Lauderdale, FL/ C& S

Owner & Partner

Creative Homes/Knapp Lumber Co

CEI & Commercial Contractor

Creative Homes & Millwork Inc

Investor & Railcar Builder

Great Smokey Mountains Scenic Railway

CEO & Chef Designer

Vintage Beans & Timber Inc

CEO & Furniture Designer / Import & Export

Vintage International Inc

CEO &Chef Designer

Family Leisure Center

Chef Design Director

MARS Architectural Design Consulting (LLC)

CEO & Yunnan Tourism Association Consultant

Vintage International Design Corporation

Environmental Tourism

Vintage International Design Corporation

Marketing & Sales

Broward Community College

Vocational Training

Broward Carpentry Union Apprenticeship Program
Edward Knapp