Formal Job Posting – Pastry Chef (Specializing in Jamaican Pastries & Patties)

Position Title: Pastry Chef – Jamaican Pastries & Patties
Location: 160 Baldwin Street
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Start Date: Immediate

Reports To: CEO/Head Chef
About the Company
THE KR MORGAN FOOD GROUP INC (JamICan) is a respected Caribbean-focused
food establishment committed to delivering authentic Jamaican flavours with
exceptional quality and consistency. Our organization values professionalism, cultural
integrity, and operational excellence. We are seeking a highly skilled Pastry Chef with
specialized experience in Jamaican pastries and traditional Jamaican patties.
Position Summary
The Pastry Chef will be responsible for producing high-quality Jamaican pastries and
patties according to traditional standards and company specifications. The ideal
candidate must have demonstrated professional experience in preparing Jamaican
patties from scratch—including dough production, filling preparation, and baking—as
this is a mandatory requirement for the role.
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This position requires an individual with strong technical pastry skills, efficiency in
a high-volume environment, and a commitment to maintaining food safety and
production standards.
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare and bake a full range of authentic Jamaican pastries, including but not
limited to:
Jamaican patties (beef, chicken, vegetable)
Gizzadas, grater cake, coconut drops

Traditional Jamaican baked goods such as buns, cakes, and toto
• Ensure all products meet company standards for taste, appearance, and consistency.
• Produce Jamaican patty dough and fillings using traditional methods and recipes.
• Follow precise production schedules, maintaining consistency in batch quality and output.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant pastry workspace according to food safety regulations.
• Assist with inventory tracking, stock rotation, and ordering of pastry-related supplies.
• Collaborate with kitchen leadership on recipe refinement and menu development.
• Uphold all company policies, safety guidelines, and sanitation protocols. Required Qualifications
Mandatory: Proven, hands-on experience making Jamaican patties fromscratch.
Mandatory: Demonstrated experience producing Jamaican pastries in aprofessional environment.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or similar culinaryposition.
• Strong understanding of Jamaican/Caribbean culinary techniques and flavourprofiles.
• Excellent time management and ability to maintain consistency in a fast-pacedenvironment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or within a team setting.
• Availability for early mornings, weekends, and high-volume periods.Preferred Qualifications (Assets)
• Experience in high-volume food production.
• Recipe development experience.
• Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain).
What We Offer
• Competitive compensation
• Professional and culturally rooted work environment
• Opportunities for skill development and advancement

• Stable and supportive team structure
How to Apply
Qualified applicants are invited to submit the following to
khimarmorgan.ceo@jamican.org

• Resume/CV
• Brief statement of relevant experience
• Portfolio or photos of Jamaican pastries and patties (preferred)
Only applicants who meet the mandatory experience requirements will be contacted for interviews. Application Screening Questionnaire
Candidate Screening – Pastry Chef (Jamaican Pastries & Patties)
Please answer the following questions as part of your application:
1 Do you have professional experience making Jamaican patties from scratch?
Yes / No
◦ If yes, please describe your experience.

2 Which Jamaican pastries have you made professionally?

3 How many years of professional pastry or baking experience do you have?
◦ Less than 1 year
◦ 1–2 years
◦ 2–3 years
◦ 3+ years

4 Do you have experience working in a commercial kitchen or bakery?
◦ Yes / No
◦ If yes, please provide details.

5 Are you able to work early mornings, weekends, and during high-volume periods?
◦ Yes / No

6 Do you have any photos or a portfolio of Jamaican pastries or patties you have
created?

◦ Yes (I can provide them)
◦ No
7 Why are you interested in working with our company?

8 When are you available to start?
◦ Immediately
◦ Within 1–2 weeks
◦ Within 1 month
◦ Other (please specify)