Edward Wickman

Edward Wickman is an experienced hospitality professional currently serving as the Executive Director of Hospitality at Quinault Beach Resort and Casino since December 2021. Previously, Edward held the position of Director of Food and Beverage at Great Wolf Lodge for a brief period in 2021. Edward's extensive background includes roles as Director of Hospitality and Executive Chef at Black Oak Casino Resort from 2013 to 2021, and as Food & Beverage Director and Executive Chef at Jackson Rancheria from 2009 to 2013. Edward has also served as Executive Chef at Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder and held multiple Executive Chef positions at Black Oak Casino Resort and Chinook Winds Casino Resort. Edward began a culinary career at Merrill Lynch World Headquarters as Executive Chef and holds an Associates Degree in Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales University, earned between 1986 and 1988.