Tourism Enhancement Fund

Gastronomy is about more than the food on the plate. It’s about the fresh ingredients, the skilled hands, the cultural traditions, and the dedicated people who make every culinary experience possible.

Today, the Jamaica Forum on Gastronomy Tourism was a celebration of the entire journey, from farm to table and everyone in between. From farmers and producers to chefs, entrepreneurs, and tourism stakeholders, the forum showcased the connections that keep Jamaica’s gastronomy sector thriving.

A true display of the people, passion, and processes that make Jamaican cuisine so special. 🇯🇲🍽️

🚗 Parking will be available at The Liguanea Club, so you can focus on enjoying a full day of insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and conversations shaping the future of gastronomy tourism in Jamaica.

📍 Courtleigh Auditorium, Kingston
🗓️ Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🎟️ Admission is FREE

📢 Thank You for Your Interest in the Summer Internship Programme!

We are grateful to everyone who applied and showed interest in this year’s programme. Due to an exceptionally competitive pool of applicants, all available internship placements have now been filled.

Successful candidates have been contacted directly. If you were not selected this season, we encourage you to apply again next year. We appreciate your enthusiasm and wish you every success in your future endeavours.🌟

Join our team‼️

The Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Payroll Officer to join our Finance team on a two-year fixed-term contract.

If you have a background in accounting or business administration, experience managing payroll processes, and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality, this could be the opportunity for you.

📍 Position: Payroll Officer (Two-Year Fixed-Term Contract)

Apply here:
https://www.caribbeanjobs.com/Payroll-Officer-Job-233522.aspx

Jamaica's food story is more than what we eat—it’s who we are.
Join industry leaders, chefs, farmers, tourism stakeholders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and food innovators at the 2nd Jamaica Forum on Gastronomy Tourism as we explore how gastronomy can drive economic growth, strengthen tourism linkages, preserve our culinary heritage, and create new opportunities for Jamaica.
📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Courtleigh Auditorium, Kingston
🎤 Featuring keynote remarks by Hon. Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism, alongside engaging presentations and panel discussions on:
✅ Culinary Heritage & Identity
✅ Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security
✅ Authenticity, Storytelling & Destination Branding
✅ Innovation, Technology & Future Trends
✅ Expanding Jamaican Food Products into Global Markets
✅ Building Stronger Linkages Between Farmers, Tourism & Culinary Enterprises
Whether you're a chef, farmer, food producer, restaurateur, tourism professional, student, entrepreneur, or simply passionate about Jamaica's food culture, this Forum is for you.
🎟️ Admission is FREE, but registration is required. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE
👉 Secure your spot today: tinyurl.com/JFGT2026
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