Pastry Cooks

<p><strong>Company Description</strong> Couples Resorts offers four distinct luxury properties in Jamaica, each delivering an exceptional all-inclusive experience tailored to romantic getaways. Guests enjoy pristine beaches, locally inspired cuisine, and a wide range of amenities supported by a helpful and knowledgeable team. Each resort combines unique accommodations with consistently high service standards and more inclusions than most all-inclusive destinations. The brand has earned recognition from leading hospitality publications and websites for decades. Most importantly, Couples Resorts is known for outstanding guest satisfaction and a high rate of repeat visitors.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Description:</strong></p><p>This is a part-time, on-site Pastry Cook role based at Couples Resorts in Negril. The Pastry Cook prepares and bakes a variety of pastries, breads, and desserts that align with resort standards and guest expectations. Responsibilities include following recipes, measuring and mixing ingredients, operating bakery equipment safely, and ensuring consistent presentation and quality. The role also involves maintaining a clean and hygienic work area, monitoring inventory of baking supplies, and collaborating with the culinary team to support menus and special events. Pastry Cooks are expected to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays, to meet the needs of guests.</p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Strong bakery and baking skills, with experience preparing pastries, breads, and desserts.</li><li>Solid cooking skills to support broader kitchen operations when needed.</li><li>High standards of hygiene and food safety practices in a commercial kitchen environment.</li><li>Creativity skills to develop appealing, well-presented pastry items and respond to special requests.</li><li>Previous experience in a hotel, resort, or restaurant pastry department is an asset.</li><li>Ability to work on-site in Negril, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li><li>Good communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with culinary and service teams.</li><li>Culinary or pastry certification or formal training is an advantage</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Are</strong><strong> you the right person?  </strong></p><p><strong>Please submit your application and resume at: </strong>

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