Meat Cutter | Forest Hill

Summerhill Market; Toronto; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Employee discount on gourmet groceries

Benefits for full-time employees

Team-focused workplace

Summerhill Market swag

Accessible locations

Job summary

Summerhill Market in Toronto is seeking a Junior Meat Cutter to join our Forest Hill team. This role is ideal for someone with some meat experience who wants to develop under an experienced Meat Cutter.

You will assist with cutting, trimming, portioning, packaging and merchandising meats, while upholding top food-safety standards and FIFO practices. Training and mentorship will grow your skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a butcher shop, grocery meat department, food production, or meat processing is preferred.
• Basic knife skills and a genuine interest in learning the craft of meat cutting.
• A positive attitude with a willingness to take direction and learn from experienced team members.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality.
• Comfortable working in refrigerated environments and handling raw meat.
• Reliable, hardworking, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist our experienced Meat Cutter with cutting, trimming, portioning, and preparing meats for retail sale.
• Learn proper knife skills, cutting techniques, and product presentation.
• Package, label, and merchandise fresh meat products.
• Maintain exceptional food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Rotate inventory and replenish displays following FIFO practices.
• Keep the department clean, organized, and production-ready.
• Provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service when assisting shoppers.
• Continuously develop your skills and product knowledge through hands-on training.

Skills

Basic knife skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

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.

We're looking for a motivated Junior Meat Cutter to join our Forest Hill team. This role is ideal for someone who already has some experience working with meat and is eager to develop their skills under the guidance of an experienced Meat Cutter. If you're passionate about quality food, enjoy working with your hands, and want to build a long-term career in the trade, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

Assist our experienced Meat Cutter with cutting, trimming, portioning, and preparing meats for retail sale.

Learn proper knife skills, cutting techniques, and product presentation.

Package, label, and merchandise fresh meat products.

Maintain exceptional food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.

Rotate inventory and replenish displays following FIFO practices.

Keep the department clean, organized, and production-ready.

Provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service when assisting shoppers.

Continuously develop your skills and product knowledge through hands-on training.

What We're Looking For

Previous experience in a butcher shop, grocery meat department, food production, or meat processing is preferred.

Basic knife skills and a genuine interest in learning the craft of meat cutting.

A positive attitude with a willingness to take direction and learn from experienced team members.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality.

Comfortable working in refrigerated environments and handling raw meat.

Reliable, hardworking, and team-oriented.

Why This Role?

This isn't just another grocery position. It's an opportunity to build a specialized skill set alongside experienced professionals. We'll provide hands‑on training and mentorship to help you grow your confidence, expand your technical knowledge, and develop into a skilled Meat Cutter.

Perks of Working Here

Weekly pay

Employee discount on gourmet groceries and prepared meals

Employer-paid benefits for full-time employees

A supportive, team-focused workplace

Complimentary Summerhill Market swag

Easily accessible store locations

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a workplace where craftsmanship, quality, and community come together, Summerhill Market is the place for you. Whether you're looking to build on your existing experience or begin developing a career in meat cutting, we'd love to hear from you.

All entry-level retail and kitchen roles begin at minimum wage ($17.60/hr). Compensation for this position is negotiable based on previous experience and skill level.

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 law. Should you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

The purpose of this posting is to provide a general summary of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Duties may vary based on operational requirements.