Senior Kitchen Technician

Position Overview

The Senior Kitchen Technician assists in the preparation and production of cannabis-infused edible products. Under limited guidance from the Supervisor, Kitchen, the Kitchen Technician mixes ingredients to manufacture cannabis-infused recipes as directed, following food safety standards. The Senior Kitchen Technician ensures stock and inventory goods are fresh and up-to-date, avoiding expired products. They may mentor kitchen staff and provide guidance on safe production principles and regulatory guidelines. This role actively contributes to developing, writing, and enforcing SOPs and serves as a subject matter expert in food production for The Cannabist Company.

Responsibilities

• Prep ingredients and produce edible products including chocolate, gummy drops, and lozenges
• Follow daily production lists to maintain stock of finished goods
• Comply with rules and state regulations for food safety and edible production
• Prepare samples for testing
• Package and label edible products
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Requirements

• All applicants must be at least 21 years of age
• A High School diploma or GED is required; formal education in food production and/or culinary arts is preferred
• Minimum of two years of kitchen/food service experience
• ServeSafe Certification is preferred
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Strong interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills

Additional Abilities

• Physical activity including prolonged standing, repetitive bending, climbing, and lifting or moving up to 40 pounds (or more with a coworker)
• Good visual acuity, hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and ability to perform repetitive motions with accuracy
• Ability to work in a moderate noise level environment

About The Cannabist Company

The Cannabist Company, formerly known as Columbia Care, is one of the most experienced cultivators, manufacturers, and providers of cannabis products and related services, with licenses in 12 U.S. jurisdictions. The company operates 77 facilities, including 61 dispensaries and 16 cultivation and manufacturing facilities. It delivers industry-leading products and services to both medical and adult-use markets, offering products such as flower, edibles, oils, and tablets under brands like Seed & Strain, Triple Seven, Hedy, gLeaf, Classix, Press, and Amber.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• 401K with company match
• Multiple health plan choices
• Dental and vision insurance
• Pet and life insurance
• 100% paid short-term disability
• Optional long-term disability insurance