Prepared Foods Clerk P/T | Forest Hill at Summerhill Market – Toronto, Ontario

Prepared Foods Clerk
Part-time | Forest Hill (484 Eglinton Ave W, Toronto)

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 food-loving, customer-focused individuals who thrive in a fast-paced team environment to join our Forest Hill store.

What you’ll do
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience at the prepared foods counter
• Greet customers warmly and assist with product selection and recommendations
• Serve hot table and grab-and-go items with care and efficiency
• Package, label, and present products accurately
• Maintain clean, full, and visually appealing displays
• Monitor product freshness, rotation, and quality standards
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and temperature control procedures
• Support with restocking, light prep, and merchandising as needed

What we’re looking for
• A genuine passion for food — you’re a foodie at heart
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail, cleanliness, and organization
• Previous grocery, food service, or retail experience is an asset
• Food Safety Handler Certification is an asset
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to stand for extended periods

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 community and where your role really makes a difference, Summerhill Market is the place. Bring your energy, bring your passion, and let’s make every customer’s day better together. Apply today — we can’t wait to meet you.

All entry-level retail and kitchen roles begin at minimum wage ($17.60/hr). Pay is negotiable based on experience.

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.