Market Sales Associate (Seasonal) - Eataly Distillery District

Eataly; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned Italian marketplace in Toronto is looking for a Market Sales Associate. This seasonal role involves providing exceptional service at various QSR counters, preparing food, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Strong communication skills and prior food service experience are preferred. Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and discounts.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

RRSP

Bonus program

Free family meal daily

Discounts at Eataly

Classes on products and Italian cuisine

Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills are necessary to engage with guests.
• Experience in cash handling or working in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in food service is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service at QSR counters.
• Complete food preparation tasks efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Skills

Outstanding communication

Guest service skills

Experience operating a cash register

Prior food service experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Smart Serve Certification

Job description

Company Description

This is a Seasonal role, with an expected end date of mid-January, 2026.

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:

• EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters
• SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
• LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge

Job Description

Market Sales Associate provides exceptional guest service across Eataly’s various QSR counters – serving gelato, pastries, coffee, paninis and other Italian treats.

• Provides service across all QSR counters
• Completes food preparation assignments neatly, accurately and in a timely manner
• Sets upstations and replenishes displays neatly including separation of allergens (nuts, wheat, etc.)
• Ensures all items are dated and following First in First Out (FIFO) standards
• Prepares necessary collateral, weighs, labels, packages and serves products
• Complies with department policies and quality, health, safety and sanitation standards
• Operates a cash register and ensures accuracy of cash drops and authenticity of bills
• Ensures the sales floor is well maintained and stocked at all times
• Utilizes sales techniques to maximize store sales performance
• Builds and maintains relationships with guests
• Participates in processes and procedures related to the department
• Focuses on details with a firm, clear and highly professional style
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

• Outstanding communication and guest service skills
• Experience operating a cash register preferred
• Prior food service experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Smart Serve Certification

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• RRSP
• Bonus program
• Free family meal daily
• Discounts at Eataly
• Classes on products and Italian cuisine
• Referral bonus program
• and more!

Eataly is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination under the Ontario Human Rights Code. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of a prohibited ground enumerated by the Ontario Human Rights Code (e.g. race, colour, creed (religion), place of origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity), sexual orientation, age, family status, or disability). Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these prohibited grounds. Eataly welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.Further, it is Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable provincial and federal laws regarding background and criminal record checks in making hiring decisions.