Tatyana Wiggins
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dynamic culinary and beverage professional with over 8 years of diverse experience across cruise lines, hotels, restaurants, and bakeries. Expertise in scratch cooking, pastry, high-volume food preparation, bartending, and staff training fosters a comprehensive approach to culinary excellence. Recognized for creativity, efficiency, and strong leadership skills in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering exceptional results. Eager to leverage extensive knowledge and passion for food and beverage service within a progressive hospitality team that values innovation and quality.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Chef
Instwork
Atlanta
09.2025 - Current
- Prepared diverse menus for large-scale events, ensuring high culinary standards and guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing efficiency in kitchen operations.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Assistant Manager/ Baker
Cinnaholic
Peachtree Corners, Georgia
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Developed and baked a variety of vegan desserts, including cinnamon rolls, cookies, brownies, and frostings, to meet diverse dietary preferences.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new employees to ensure adherence to company standards.
- Directed inventory control processes to guarantee consistent product quality and availability.
Bar/ Kitchen Manager
Sonesta Hotel
College Park, Georgia
02.2023 - 09.2024
- Prepared and served a diverse selection of cocktails, beer, wine, and liquor to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory control and maintained optimal bar setup to support efficient service delivery.
- Oversaw ingredient preparation and managed cooking processes for menu items during high-demand periods.
1st Cook/ Pastry Chef
American Queen Voyages
New Orleans, Louisiana
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Executed daily meal preparation for 500+ guests to ensure high-quality dining experiences and efficient crew operations.
- Executed production of diverse pastries, including cakes, cookies, pies, and crème brûlée, to meet customer demand and satisfaction.
- Directed operations of live action stations, focusing on crepe, omelette, and carving presentations.
- Executed preparation of charcuterie boards, sandwiches, and salads, ensuring high-quality presentation and flavor.
Fry cook/ Baker/ Salad
Texas Roadhouse
Mcdonough, Georgia
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed preparation and baking of yeast bread rolls to ensure quality and consistency.
- Prepared fresh salads and skillfully operated fry station, ensuring timely service in a busy culinary setting.
Banquet Chef/ Line Cook/ Prep Cook
Dave & Busters
Mcdonough, Georgia
01.2019 - 11.2020
- Managed cooking and plating processes to ensure timely and visually appealing food service for events.
- Coordinated activities across salad, pasta, pizza, and dessert stations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Oversaw preparation and portioning of vegetables, sauces, and proteins to enhance kitchen efficiency. Coordinated with team members to streamline food preparation processes. Maintained high standards of food safety and quality control.
- Developed and executed diverse banquet menus tailored to client specifications.
Cook
Norwegian Cruise Line
Honolulu, Hawaii
03.2017 - 10.2018
- Oversaw the preparation of diverse meal options for a buffet accommodating 2000+ guests each day, maintaining high standards of food safety and presentation.
- Executed live action crepe station setup and service to provide fresh, customized offerings.
- Developed and assembled fruit platters alongside large-scale salad preparations for events and gatherings.
- Collaborated with culinary and service teams in fine dining restaurant onboard to deliver a memorable dining atmosphere.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts Degree
Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GA12.2016
No Degree - Bartending/ Mixology
Professional Bartending School
Atlanta Ga01.2023
Skills
- Scratch Baking & Pastry Production
- Cocktail Preparation and Mixology
- High-Volume Kitchen Operations
- Food & Beverage Pairing
- Catering
- Staff Training & Leadership
- Guest Service & Hospitality
- Cooking techniques
- Food safety and sanitation
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler — August 2025 - August 2028
- ServSafe Alcohol — February 2023- February 2026
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager— June 2020- June 2025
- TWIC— July 2022- July 2027
- Beer & Spirits Knowledge— January 2023
- Wine Knowledge — January 2023
- Catering Specialist— December 2016
- Food Production Worker — December 2016
Timeline
Contract Chef
Instwork
09.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager/ Baker
Cinnaholic
11.2024 - 03.2025
Bar/ Kitchen Manager
Sonesta Hotel
02.2023 - 09.2024
1st Cook/ Pastry Chef
American Queen Voyages
04.2022 - 01.2023
Fry cook/ Baker/ Salad
Texas Roadhouse
01.2021 - 03.2022
Banquet Chef/ Line Cook/ Prep Cook
Dave & Busters
01.2019 - 11.2020
Cook
Norwegian Cruise Line
03.2017 - 10.2018
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts Degree
Southern Crescent Technical College
No Degree - Bartending/ Mixology
Professional Bartending School