Jonathan Wiggins

Experience

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  Jaffs Bar & Restaurant

  May 2014 - Aug 2018

  Chef

  Performed the role of Commis Chef at Jaffs Bar & Restaurant in Aberdeen, Scotland whilst undertaking an apprenticeship in a fast-paced catering business while earning promotion to Sous Chef in November 2015, I assisted in leading the team in a fast-paced catering business, ensuring compliance with nutrition and food safety standards. I delegated tasks, supervised staff, and implemented innovative menu items to enhance customer experience and drive business growth.

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  Porterhouse Steakhouse & Coffeebar

  Aug 2018 - Mar 2020

  Sous Chef

  In my role as a Sous Chef at Porterhouse Steakhouse & Coffeebar, I led and supervised staff members, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and regulations while maintaining a high level of service excellence, creating dishes and preparation of food to a fine dining standard.

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  Jaffs Bar & Restaurant

  Apr 2020 - Jan 2021

  Chef

  In a fast-paced catering business during COVID-19, I managed meal prep and distribution for local businesses in Dunecht, Aberdeenshire. I ensured compliance with nutrition, sanitation regulations, and food safety standards, while coordinating labeling and outsourcing of meal prep.

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  Wiggi’s Cakes & Bakes

  Dec 2021 - Dec 2022

  Self Employed

  Started my own food business from home, preparing and selling homemade cheesecakes and tortes in the Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire area.

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  Wiggis Private Catering

  Sept 2022 - now

  Self Employed

  Started my own food business; providing a service private catering for people from home in the Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire area.

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  The Key Lifestyle

  May 2023 - Feb 2024

  Kitchen Manager

  In my role as a Kitchen Manager at The Key Lifestyle, I successfully managed food preparation and delivery, ensuring compliance with nutrition and safety standards. I developed HACCP documentation for efficient meal prep, both independently and as part of a team, contributing to the overall success of the cafe. • Demonstrated strong organizational skills in managing kitchen operations• Developed expertise in creating HACCP documentation for food safety

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  UM Khalaf Diet

  Jul 2024 - Aug 2024

  Chef/Business Consultant

  Performed a business/kitchen consultancy role, aiding with recipe and menu development in a newly established Health Cafe, based in Al Khobar, in Saudi Arabia; working in a consultancy role, to develop healthy food recipes, including desserts and main dishes; calories, macro tracking and allergenic specifications.