For over 25 years, Mercatto has been rooted in great food, genuine hospitality, and bringing people together.

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.

What We’re Looking For

- Experience in a Sous Chef or strong Senior Line Cook role
- Passion for from-scratch Italian cooking
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Calm and organized during high-volume service
- Commitment to food quality, consistency, and safety standards

What You'll Do

- Support the Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations
- Lead service and ensure consistency and presentation standards
- Train and mentor cooks through hands-on leadership
- Assist with inventory, ordering, and cost control
- Maintain food safety and cleanliness standards
- Collaborate with the dining room team for smooth service

What We Offer





- Transparent career growth opportunities — many of our leaders have grown from within
- Tuition reimbursement for related learning and skills development
- Schedules designed to support work/life balance
- Comprehensive health benefits, including a Health Care Spending Account
- Complimentary staff meals during shifts + dining discounts across all Alter Ego Group restaurants
- Partial Presto transit reimbursement from day one
- RRSP matching program
- 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.

Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

📌 Sous Chef (Canada)
🏢 Cantina Mercatto
📍 Canada