Edibles/Kitchen Associate

Terpenebeltfarms; Eliot (ME); On-site; USD 49,043,000 - 57,859,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Employee discount program

Job summary

East Coast Cannabis in Eliot, Maine is seeking an Edibles Production Specialist to join our Kitchen Team. You will produce cannabis edibles following recipes and SOPs, maintain sanitation, and help manage inventory.

Starting wage is $17 per hour with potential higher rates for experienced candidates and a $600 sign-on option after 90 days, plus an employee discount program. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM with no nights or weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in food production or cannabis edibles is a plus.
• Ability to follow recipes and SOPs.
• Willingness to learn and training potential.
• Must be at least 21 years old and able to obtain an IIC.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and produce cannabis edible products per established recipes, SOPs, and quality standards.
• Accurately measure, weigh, and portion ingredients for product consistency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen following food safety standards.
• Follow company policies, safety procedures, and Maine OCP regulations.
• Assist with inventory organization, ingredient tracking, and production prep.
• Work with the Kitchen Manager to maintain an efficient production schedule.
• Obtain and maintain a Maine OCP Individual Identification Card (IIC).

Skills

Attention to detail

Food safety

Recipe following

Team collaboration

Job description

East Coast Cannabis is looking for a motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented Edibles Production Specialist to join our Kitchen Team in Eliot, Maine. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, takes pride in creating high-quality products, and wants to build a career in Maine's growing cannabis industry.

Whether you have experience in commercial kitchens, food production, baking, confectionery, or cannabis edibles, or you're simply eager to learn, we'd love to hear from you. We provide training for the right candidate and offer opportunities for long‑term growth within our manufacturing team.

Compensation

• Starting at $17.00 per hour
• Higher starting wages may be available for candidates with previous cannabis edibles manufacturing or commercial food production experience, based on qualifications and experience.

What You'll Do

• Prepare, cook, and produce cannabis edible products following established recipes, SOPs, and quality standards.
• Accurately measure, weigh, and portion ingredients to ensure product consistency and compliance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen while following food safety and sanitation standards.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and Maine Adult Use Cannabis Program regulations.
• Assist with inventory organization, ingredient tracking, and production preparation.
• Work closely with the Kitchen Manager and team members to maintain an efficient production schedule.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Maine Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) Individual Identification Card (IIC).

Schedule

• Monday-Friday
• 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
• No nights or weekends

What We're Looking For

• Reliable with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Detail-oriented and committed to producing high-quality products.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-focused environment.
• Ability to follow recipes, procedures, and quality standards consistently.
• Commercial kitchen, bakery, confectionery, food manufacturing, or cannabis edibles experience is a plus, but not required.
• Must be at least 21 years old and able to obtain and maintain a Maine OCP Individual Identification Card (IIC).

Bonus Perk: Join the team and earn a $600 sign-on bonus after 90 days, plus enjoy one of the most generous employee discount programs in the state.