For over 25 years, Mercatto is all about great food, genuine hospitality, and bringing people together across five locations.
We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our leadership team. Someone who leads by example, supports the kitchen team, and plays a key role in delivering a consistent, high-quality guest experience.
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Experience in a Sous Chef or strong Senior Line Cook role
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Passion for from-scratch Italian cooking
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Strong leadership and communication skills
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Calm and organized during high-volume service
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Commitment to food quality, consistency, and safety standards
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Support the Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations
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Lead service and ensure consistency and presentation standards
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Train and mentor cooks through hands-on leadership
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Assist with inventory, ordering, and cost control
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Maintain food safety and cleanliness standards
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Collaborate with the dining room team for smooth service
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Clear career growth opportunities — many of our leaders have grown from within
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Tuition reimbursement for related learning and skills development
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Schedules designed to support work/life balance
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Comprehensive health benefits, including a Health Care Spending Account
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Complimentary staff meals during shifts + dining discounts across all Alter Ego Group restaurants
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Partial Presto transit reimbursement from day one
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RRSP matching program
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Competitive salary plus gratuity share
CHECK US OUT: @mercatto.to
Cantina Mercatto
20 Wellington St E.
Toronto, ON
M5E 1C5
Love people, pizza, and pasta? We’d love to meet you. Apply today.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Accessibility & Accommodation
Mercatto is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.
