Sushi Production Team Member

Full-Time | Commissary Kitchen – 129 Railside Road, Toronto
Start Time: 5:00 AM

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 through exceptional food, quality ingredients, and a team that takes pride in their craft.

Our Commissary Kitchen is the heart of our prepared foods operation, producing fresh meals, salads, sandwiches, sushi, and specialty products enjoyed across all Summerhill Market locations.

We're currently looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Kitchen Helper to support our Sushi Production team.

What you'll do

• Assist in the preparation and production of fresh sushi, poke, and grab-and-go offerings
• Prepare ingredients including washing, cutting, portioning, and organizing vegetables, proteins, and garnishes
• Cook and prepare sushi rice according to company standards
• Assemble, package, label, and date finished products
• Ensure products meet quality, consistency, freshness, and presentation standards
• Follow recipes and production schedules to meet daily targets
• Maintain clean and organized workstations throughout the shift
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and rotating inventory
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health and safety procedures
• Support other kitchen production activities as required

What we're looking for

• Previous kitchen, food prep, sushi, restaurant, or production experience is an asset
• Experience working with fresh ingredients and prepared foods is considered an asset
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working independently
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Food Handler Certification is considered an asset
• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift and carry products and 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)
• Opportunities for growth within a growing company

Join our team

If you enjoy working with fresh ingredients, take pride in precision and quality, and thrive in a fast-paced production environment, we'd love to hear from you. Bring your energy, bring your passion, and help create the fresh products our customers love.

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.