Keyholder

Sundial; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Nova Cannabis is seeking a part-time Keyholder to anchor the Value Buds Deerfoot Meadows store in Calgary, AB. You will greet customers, educate on cannabis products, and help drive sales while upholding Nova Cannabis standards and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with Store Managers and teammates to maintain a welcoming environment, support merchandising, and ensure accurate POS transactions and inventory control.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of customer service experience.
• Minimum 2 years of retail and/or hospitality experience.
• Cannabis, liquor or healthcare experience is preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid SellSafe certification.
• Valid Qualified Cannabis Worker certification.
• Must complete and pass a Criminal Record Check.
• Working knowledge of regulations as it pertains to selling cannabis in Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and build relationships to understand needs.
• Create welcoming store atmosphere.
• Educate customers about cannabis products, strains and methods.
• Support store merchandising and promotional activities.
• Collaborate with Store Managers and team to generate sales.
• Maintain product and service knowledge and stay updated on industry regulations.
• Keep store clean and handle routine maintenance.
• Process transactions on the POS system and follow cash/Loss Prevention procedures.
• Monitor inventory and restock regularly.
• Comply with OH&S policies and Nova Cannabis/AGLC social programs.

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Hospitality experience

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

SellSafe certification

Qualified Cannabis Worker certification

Criminal Record Check

Tools

POS system

Job description

Work Location Value Buds Deerfoot Meadows

About the Role

Base out of our Value Buds Deerfoot Meadows location in Calgary, AB, we are looking for an experienced Part‑time Keyholder who can handle curveballs like champs. Not only will they be responsible for ensuring the store is in tip‑top shape, but they’ll also become masters in everything cannabis and will be eager to share their new knowledge with our awesome customers. We’re looking for go‑getters who love to meet new people and cultivate relationships and are excited to learn more about this up and coming industry.

About Nova Cannabis

Nova Cannabis Inc. is a national cannabis retailer. We operate primarily via our Value Buds banner, which has a simple mission: deliver compelling value to cannabis consumers. Our goal is the attract, grow and retain a loyal customer base by offering high‑quality cannabis products, in convenient locations at every‑day low prices

Role and Responsibilities

Role and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Customer Offering Greet customers upon entrance; engage in conversation and build a relationship to understand specific needs
• Facilitate a welcoming and positive atmosphere for everyone in the store
• Educate customers about cannabis products, strains and consumption methods
• Day to Day Operations Promote our culture and brand by participating in merchandising and promotional activities
• Work in partnership with Store Managers and other team members to generate sales.
• Maintain a high level of product and service knowledge; staying up‑to‑date with industry legislation, trends and new products
• Participate in routine store maintenance and ensure cleanliness is a priority
• Complete customer transactions on the POS system and adhere to all cash and Loss Prevention procedures
• Monitor inventory and re‑stock product regularly
• Regulatory Adherence Comply with all OH&S (Occupational, Health, and Safety) policies and procedures
• Support and promote Nova Cannabis’s and AGLC’s (Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission) social responsibility programs
• Comply with Nova Cannabis’s policies, standard operating procedures, and practices

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum, 2-years of customer service experience
• Minimum, 2-years of retail and/or hospitality experience
• Cannabis, liquor or healthcare experience is preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid SellSafe certification
• Valid Qualified Cannabis Worker certification
• Must complete and pass a Criminal Record Check
• Working knowledge of regulations as it pertains to selling cannabis in Alberta

We are grateful for the interest in this role from all candidates, however, we will be contacting only those that are selected for next steps in the hiring process.

Personal Characteristics and Requirements

• Excellent customer service skills; you have a positive attitude, are charismatic, and are very comfortable engaging with customers
• Ability to think on your feet and creatively problem solve
• Open‑minded and constantly identifying ways to improve
• Passionate about creating a positive, memorable, and tailored experience for every customer
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and a professional demeanor
• Team player who is passionate about supporting the overall success of the business
• Uphold ethics, confidentiality, and demonstrate a high level of discretion at all times
• Responsible and reliable
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have reliable transportation to commute to/from work

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

NOVA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a welcoming, inclusive, diverse and safe workplace where all of our team members have equal opportunity to succeed. We know this begins with recruitment. To honor our commitment, NOVA encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, ages and abilities.

About SNDL

SNDL is one of Canada’s leading and fastest‑growing liquor and cannabis companies. As the country’s largest private‑sector retailer, our portfolio includes well‑known banners such as Wine and Beyond, Liquor Depot, Ace Liquor, Value Buds, Spiritleaf, and Cost Cannabis. We’re also one of Canada’s largest vertically integrated cannabis producers, recognized for our innovation, low‑cost manufacturing, and award‑winning brands including Top Leaf, Contraband, Palmetto, Bon Jak, La Plogue, Versus, Grasslands, Vacay, Pearls by Grön, No Future, and Bhang Chocolate. Driven by purpose, performance, and people, SNDL is shaping the future of retail and cannabis by bringing people together through exceptional products and experiences.

Learn more about SNDL SNDL is a vertically integrated, multi‑ segment, multi‑banner retail operator, and Canada’s largest regulated product platform. To learn more about SNDL– please watch the video below: https://sndl.com/Overview/Videos/default.aspx#gallery-1