Shawn Wiggins

Experienced hospitality and labor professional with more than 20 years of experience in food preparation, cooking, customer service, landscaping, construction labor, maintenance, and farm work. Dependable, hardworking, and adaptable team player with previous international work experience in Canada and the United States. Committed to workplace safety, excellent service, and maintaining high standards of quality and productivity.

Cook - Drapers San Guest House - Portland, Jamaica

(2026-06)

• Assist with food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Prepare and cook meals according to guest house standards.

Head Cook

(2023-11 - 2026-05)

• Prepare and cook meals according to restaurant standards.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Manage kitchen operations and food preparation schedules.
• Train and assist kitchen staff as needed.

Waiter / Maintenance Worker / Cook Supervisor - Will's Bay Resort - Portland, Jamaica

(2011-12 - 2023-11)

• Prepared meals and assisted with kitchen operations.
• Provided customer service to guests.
• Performed maintenance and property upkeep duties.
• Supervised staff and ensured quality service standards.

Construction Laborer - Gee Jam Hotel - Portland, Jamaica

(2014-02 - 2017-11)

• Assisted with construction and renovation projects.
• Performed general labor duties and site cleanup.
• Followed safety procedures and project requirements.

Farm Worker - Chary Produce Ltd. - Canada

(2016-06 - 2016-10)

• Assisted with planting, harvesting, and crop maintenance.
• Operated safely in outdoor agricultural environments.
• Met productivity and quality standards.

Restaurant Cook - Shabba's Restaurant - Portland, Jamaica

(2012-12 - 2013-12)

• Prepared meals and maintained kitchen cleanliness.
• Assisted with inventory and food preparation.

Waiter / Line Cook / Assistant Houseman Supervisor - Avalanche Resort - Portland, Jamaica

(2009-07 - 2010-06)

• Served guests and prepared food.
• Assisted with housekeeping and property operations.
• Supported daily resort activities.

Line Cook - Sun Valley Resort - Utah, USA

(2007-12 - 2008-04)

• Prepared food according to company standards.
• Maintained sanitation and food safety requirements.
• Worked effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Chef - Hot Pot Restaurant - Kingston, Jamaica

(2003-05 - 2007-10)

• Prepared menu items and supervised food production.
• Ensured customer satisfaction and food quality.

Laborer / Landscaper - Almond Wiggins Construction - Portland, Jamaica

(2000-01 - 2003-04)

• Performed landscaping and construction labor.
• Assisted with site preparation and maintenance.

Waiter - Jamaica Palace Hotel - Portland, Jamaica

(1998-12 - 1999-12)

• Delivered quality customer service.
• Assisted guests and restaurant staff.

Certificate - Food & Beverage Services - HEART Trust / Port Antonio Resource Training Center

Certificate - Housekeeping - Training and Vocational Education Program (2018 - 2019)

Port Antonio High School (1995 - 1997)