Butcher

Experienced Butcher with Culinary & Retail Skills

Location: A Tavola – Toronto, ON

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: Based on experience

About Us

A Tavola is a vibrant Italian pantry and butcher shop, sister to the beloved 7 Numbers Danforth. We specialize in artisanal meats, sandwiches, prepared foods, and retail goods — a cozy spot where tradition meets taste and service always feels like family. We’re looking for a passionate, skilled, and self-motivated Butcher-Chef to take the reins of our little shop and make it their own.

The Role

This is a hands-on hybrid role ideal for a culinary-trained butcher who loves food, people, and running a tight ship. You’ll be responsible for:

• Butchering: Cutting, trimming, portioning meats for the case and for custom orders
• Prepared Foods: Making sauces, condiments, and ready-to-eat items for retail
• Lunch Service: Crafting high-quality sandwiches, bowls, and soups to order
• Customer Service: Serving lunch guests with warmth and efficiency
• Retail Oversight: Managing inventory, ordering products, and maintaining displays
• Shop Operations: Acting as the shop lead — taking ownership of quality, flow, and presentation

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone with:

• Minimum 5 years of professional butchering experience
• Solid culinary skills — ideally chef training or experience on the line
• Experience making sandwiches, soups, and other lunch items in a fast-paced setting
• Retail knowledge, especially in a butcher or specialty food environment
• Confidence managing inventory and placing product orders
• Excellent communication and team spirit — you’ll work closely with the longstanding 7 Numbers crew

Nice to Have

• Experience running a small shop or leading a team
• Passion for Italian cuisine and traditional food culture
• SmartServe certification and basic food safety knowledge

Why Work With Us

• Be part of a respected Toronto food family
• Creative freedom in a supportive environment
• Opportunity to truly own your space and shape your menu
• Lunch rush energy with evening freedom
• Great people, great food, no pretense

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-05-20