Meet Maylin

With over 40 years of culinary experience, Maylin's story began in Treadways, Linstead, St. Catherine, Jamaica. Growing up in a family of six children, the kitchen quickly became a special place for her. It was there that she learned the traditional flavours, recipes, and techniques that would stay with her throughout her life.

Maylin started her culinary journey at McGrath High School in Linstead, working with the Ministry of Education. What began as a career in the kitchen soon became a lifelong passion. Over the years, she continued to perfect her craft and became known for her authentic Jamaican cooking, catering weddings, corporate events, private functions, birthday celebrations, and countless special occasions.

For Maylin, food has always been about family, tradition, and bringing people together. Every dish tells a little piece of her story and reflects the flavours of Jamaica that she grew up with.

After more than four decades in the kitchen, opening Maylin's Jerk in Vaughan is a special new chapter, an opportunity to share her Jamaican roots, family recipes, and the authentic flavours she has spent a lifetime perfecting with the community.