Permanent recruitment — Retail butcher
You hire directly, on your own payroll. We find, check and present candidates. Nothing to pay unless you hire.
Sector: Retail and grocery · NOC 2021 63201
The role
Main duties
- Cut and prepare meats for the counter
- Advise customers
- Wrap and label
- Respect cold chain and hygiene
Usual requirements
A retail butchery DEP is an asset; MAPAQ hygiene training.
Training and certification (official sources)
Wages in Québec and fee
| Hourly | Annual base salary (40 h) | Rate | Fee per hire | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | $16.60 | $34,528 | 15% | $5,179 |
| Median | $20.00 | $41,600 | 15% | $6,240 |
| High | $26.00 | $54,080 | 16% | $8,653 |
Calculation at the median wage: $20.00 × 40 h × 52 weeks = $41,600. Applicable rate: 15% (15% + 1 point per started $2/h band above $25/h). $41,600 × 15% = $6,240 (minimum $2,500 per hire).
Wages by region
| Region | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Québec (province) | $16.60 | $20.00 | $26.00 |
| Montréal | $16.60 | $20.00 | $26.00 |
| Capitale-Nationale | $16.60 | $20.00 | $26.00 |
| Montérégie | $17.00 | $19.00 | $24.50 |
| Laval | $16.60 | $20.00 | $26.00 |
Source: Job Bank, NOC 63201, hourly wages updated November 19, 2025 (reference period 2023-2024; some regions: 2024 estimate), accessed October 30, 2026. Fee calculated with the Enterpoint scale v1, before supplements.
What we check
- Real experience in comparable duties (specific questions, references)
- Diplomas, cards or certificates required for the role
- Availability, accepted shifts and work location
- Authorization to work in Canada (declared by the candidate)
FAQ
How much does it cost to hire a retail butcher?
At the Québec median wage, about $6,240 per hire. Nothing to pay unless you hire.
Does the candidate pay anything?
Never. The service is free for candidates.
What if the person leaves?
90-day replacement guarantee (180 days with the supplement), per the written agreement.
Do you recruit outside Québec?
No. We serve Québec employers only.
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Our terms
From 15% of the annual base salary. +1 point per started $2/h band above $25/h. Minimum $2,500. Nothing to pay unless you hire. No fees for candidates. 90-day replacement guarantee. Payment by direct deposit only, within 15 days of the start date.