Jr Sous Chef

1 week ago

Toronto ON MA B, Canada Summerhill Market Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year

Jr. Sous Chef

Full-time | Railside Commissary (Toronto, ON)

About Summerhill Market

Summerhill Market isn't your typical grocery store. We're a Toronto boutique grocer known for scratch-made prepared foods, freshly baked treats, and on-trend ingredients that food lovers can't get enough of.

We move fast, stay ahead of the curve, and never settle for "good enough." Our mission? To delight customers with every visit — whether that's helping them discover something new or making their day with genuine service.

Now we're looking for a passionate and organized Jr. Sous Chef to join our team at the Railside Commissary — the heart of Summerhill Market's prepared food operations.

What you'll do

  • Support the Sous Chef and Executive Chef in overseeing daily production of prepared foods
  • Supervise line cooks and prep staff to ensure consistent quality and timely execution
  • Assist with ordering, inventory, and production planning
  • Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
  • Participate in menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal innovation
  • Train and support team members to build skill and efficiency across all kitchen areas
  • Collaborate with commissary leadership to meet store and catering demands

What we're looking for

  • Culinary diploma or equivalent professional experience
  • 2+ years of experience in a commercial kitchen, ideally in a leadership or supervisory role
  • Strong knowledge of food preparation, portioning, and safety standards
  • Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
  • A creative mindset with an eye for presentation and detail
  • Ability to work in a high-volume production environment
  • Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays

Perks of working here

  • Weekly pay
  • Employee discount on gourmet groceries and prepared meals
  • Employer-paid benefits for full-time employees
  • Flexible schedule
  • A dynamic, inclusive workplace that celebrates its people
  • Complimentary work swag (we'll keep you looking sharp)
  • Easily accessible store locations

Join our team

If you're looking for a workplace where food meets creativity and where your leadership helps shape what Toronto eats, Summerhill Market is the place. Bring your passion, your skill, and your curiosity — and let's make something exceptional together. Apply today — we can't wait to meet you.

Equity Statement

At Summerhill Market, we are an equal opportunity employer that values and encourages diversity in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local law. Should you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate.

The purpose of this document is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for this position and is not an exhaustive list. Duties, assignments, and other responsibilities may differ for similar positions based on business needs of each location.

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