Kevin Arcano
Leesburg,VA
Summary
Retired Chef, Veteran, At Home Parent, Parking Enforcement Officer looking to stay engaged with community and neighbors.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Entrepreneur and Owner
The Chef's Edge
Leesburg, VA
01.2015 - Current
- Owner professional knife sharpening for discerning chefs and homeowners
- https://www.thechefsedge.com/
Stay-At-Home Parent
Arcano Family
Leesburg, Virginia
08.2005 - Current
- Provide nurturing care for newborn baby and manage household responsibilities.
- Annual school and classroom volunteer leader
- Multiple roles in PTA including Financial Director
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Parking Enforcement, Bethany Beach
Town of Bethany Beach
Bethany Beach, DE
05.2024 - 09.2025
- Enforced parking regulations to maintain order and safety in designated areas.
- Issued citations for violations, ensuring adherence to city laws and policies.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to address parking-related issues and concerns.
- Provided assistance to the public regarding parking rules and locations.
- Educated the public on parking rules and regulations.
- Seasonal position held for 2 years
Bicycle Mechanic
Spokes Bicycle Shop
Leesburg, VA
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Inspected bicycles for mechanical issues and safety compliance.
- Diagnosed and repaired a variety of bicycle components and systems.
- Assembled new bicycles according to manufacturer specifications and standards.
- Provided expert advice on bicycle maintenance to customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized workshop environment for efficiency.
Assistant Director of Purchasing
Lansdowne Resort
Leesburg, VA
01.1997 - 01.2005
- Developed strategic sourcing strategies for diverse supplier base at luxury resort.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to optimize cost and quality of goods.
- Implemented inventory management systems to enhance stock control efficiency.
- Collaborated with departments to forecast purchasing needs and budget requirements.
- Established strong relationships with vendors for reliable support and service continuity.
- Attended trade shows and conferences related to Purchasing and Supply Chain Management in order to stay abreast of latest industry trends.
Education
E-3P - Culinary Arts
United States Army
06-1992
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY01-1992
Skills
- Supplier relationship management
- Customer relationship management
- Supply chain optimization
- Effective communication
- Networking
- Team leadership
- Goal setting
- Program coordination
- Entrepreneurial personality
- Customer relations
- Self motivation
- Customer service
- Teamwork
- Business growth initiatives
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Parking Enforcement, Bethany Beach
Town of Bethany Beach
05.2024 - 09.2025
Entrepreneur and Owner
The Chef's Edge
01.2015 - Current
Bicycle Mechanic
Spokes Bicycle Shop
01.2009 - 01.2011
Stay-At-Home Parent
Arcano Family
08.2005 - Current
Assistant Director of Purchasing
Lansdowne Resort
01.1997 - 01.2005
E-3P - Culinary Arts
United States Army
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America