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(stage name "Mic'Killa") My name is Edward but I go by my middle name Nico, short for Nicholas. I have been in both the hospitality and entertainment industries since I was 15. Going on 25 years now. I almost went pro as an adolescent jazz singer but gravitated towards classic hip-hop and R&B instead. I have also traveled the world as a chef and trainer in Fortune 500 restaurants and hotels. People and music have always been my passion. And since those two categories intersect...I feel that I would be a perfect fit for this role. My music is available on my profile to listen to and get a feel for what I can do as far as arranging, composing, songwriting and performing. It's not just about "rap". For me, it has always been about making intelligent and enjoyable music, regardless of the genre. Pop, soul, R&B and hip-hop just happen to be a few genres which I have experience in. Music is what I do!…(stage name "Mic'Killa") My name is Edward but I go by my middle name Nico, short for Nicholas. I have been in both the hospitality and entertainment industries since I was 15. Going on 25 years now. I almost went pro as an adolescent jazz singer but gravitated towards classic hip-hop and R&B instead. I have also traveled the world as a chef and trainer in Fortune 500 restaurants and hotels. People and music have always been my passion. And since those two categories intersect...I feel that I would be a perfect fit for this role. My music is available on my profile to listen to and get a feel for what I can do as far as arranging, composing, songwriting and performing. It's not just about "rap". For me, it has always been about making intelligent and enjoyable music, regardless of the genre. Pop, soul, R&B and hip-hop just happen to be a few genres which I have experience in. Music is what I do!

Edward Hancock

Actor, Arranger, Album Art Designer, +7

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(stage name "Mic'Killa") My name is Edward but I go by my middle name Nico, short for Nicholas. I have been in both the hospitality and entertainment industries since I was 15. Going on 25 years now. I almost went pro as an adolescent jazz singer but gravitated towards classic hip-hop and R&B instead. I have also traveled the world as a chef and trainer in Fortune 500 restaurants and hotels. People and music have always been my passion. And since those two categories intersect...I feel that I would be a perfect fit for this role. My music is available on my profile to listen to and get a feel for what I can do as far as arranging, composing, songwriting and performing. It's not just about "rap". For me, it has always been about making intelligent and enjoyable music, regardless of the genre. Pop, soul, R&B and hip-hop just happen to be a few genres which I have experience in. Music is what I do!…(stage name "Mic'Killa") My name is Edward but I go by my middle name Nico, short for Nicholas. I have been in both the hospitality and entertainment industries since I was 15. Going on 25 years now. I almost went pro as an adolescent jazz singer but gravitated towards classic hip-hop and R&B instead. I have also traveled the world as a chef and trainer in Fortune 500 restaurants and hotels. People and music have always been my passion. And since those two categories intersect...I feel that I would be a perfect fit for this role. My music is available on my profile to listen to and get a feel for what I can do as far as arranging, composing, songwriting and performing. It's not just about "rap". For me, it has always been about making intelligent and enjoyable music, regardless of the genre. Pop, soul, R&B and hip-hop just happen to be a few genres which I have experience in. Music is what I do!

Available to hire

Cleveland, United States

(stage name “Mic’Killa”)

My name is Edward but I go by my middle name Nico, short for Nicholas. I have been in both the hospitality and entertainment industries since I was 15. Going on 25 years now. I almost went pro as an adolescent jazz singer but gravitated towards classic hip-hop and R&B instead. I have also traveled the world as a chef and trainer in Fortune 500 restaurants and hotels. People and music have always been my passion. And since those two categories intersect…I feel that I would be a perfect fit for this role. My music is available on my profile to listen to and get a feel for what I can do as far as arranging, composing, songwriting and performing. It’s not just about “rap”. For me, it has always been about making intelligent and enjoyable music, regardless of the genre. Pop, soul, R&B and hip-hop just happen to be a few genres which I have experience in. Music is what I do!

Skills

Leadership

Experience Level

Leadership

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Advanced

Work Experience

Executive Chef at The Monven Group

September 1, 2025 - Present

Collaborated with suppliers to source fresh, seasonal ingredients, oversaw kitchen operations, managed inventory and costs, created and standardized recipes for multiple locations, trained junior chefs, maintained sanitation standards, led a team of 10 culinary professionals, implemented cost-saving purchasing strategies and new equipment to improve efficiency.

Executive Sous Chef at Marriott Hotels

September 1, 2023 - July 1, 2025

Assisted the Executive Chef, managed daily kitchen operations, ordered frozen, fresh, and dry goods, supervised kitchen staff and food prep, oversaw catering and banquets, ensured high quality and presentation, adhered to Sanitation and Ecolab practices.

Chef at Chef 56 Kitchen

May 1, 2021 - August 1, 2023

Responsible for prep, meal completion, order writing and receiving, inventory and storage, opening and closing the restaurant, and back-of-house management.

Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager at Adega Metropolitan

March 1, 2020 - April 1, 2021

Managed hotel banquet kitchen operations, led BOH staff, prepared all recipes, expedited meals, and ensured knowledge of menu items and proper execution.

Chef at La Dolce Vita Of Little Italy

November 1, 2018 - February 1, 2020

Maintained sanitation and food safety standards, oversaw storage and rotation, prepared meals with integrity and presentation.

Corporate Field Training Officer / Baker / Cashier at Cheesecake Factory

February 1, 2010 - October 1, 2019

Traveled to assist in openings, hiring and training new hires, created and updated restaurant training guidelines for efficiency, handled money, orders, inventory and office duties.

Co-owner / Chef at Jazz 28

September 1, 2007 - October 1, 2009

Assisted in FOH and BOH duties, managed operations as co-owner.