Kitchen Technician

Curaleaf; Litchfield (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Product discounts

Job summary

Curaleaf in Litchfield, IL is seeking a Kitchen Technician to prep, cook, and package cannabis-infused edible products in a compliant, fast-paced prep-kitchen. You'll follow recipes, maintain cleanliness, and ensure timely production to deliver high-quality edibles.

The role requires standing up to 10 hours, lifting up to 30 pounds, and adherence to GMP/HACCP and PPE. Shift is Mon-Thu, 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM, with full-time, non-exempt status, and opportunities to contribute to process improvements

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen or food service is preferred.
• Follows recipes and safety steps to produce quality edibles.
• Maintains clean, organized work areas and records as required.

Responsibilities

• Prep, cook, and package cannabis-infused edible products.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment and surfaces.
• Follow recipes and procedures to complete orders with accuracy.
• Keep records to track product quality and comply with state regulations.
• Follow GMP/HACCP and PPE requirements.
• Assist in implementing new processes to improve edibles production.

Skills

Food prep

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ServeSafe certification

Job description

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.

Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.

Title: Kitchen Technician

Pay Range: $17/hr

Location: Litchfield - IL

Job Type: Full Time | Non-Exempt

Shift: Monday- Thursday, 7:30 AM -6:30 PM

Who You Are

You’re someone who enjoys working with food and being part of a team. In this role, you’ll help prep, cook, and package cannabis-infused edible products while following clear recipes and safety steps. You take pride in keeping things clean, organized, and on time so patients and customers get high-quality products when they need them.

What You’ll Do

As a Kitchen Technician at Curaleaf, you will:

• Prep, cook, and package cannabis-infused edible products
• Operate, clean, and care for kitchen equipment and work areas
• Follow recipes and step-by-step procedures to complete production orders with accuracy and consistent quality
• Keep simple, accurate records to track product quality and meet state regulations
• Follow food-safety guidelines (GMP, HACCP) and company quality standards every day
• Wear the required protective gear (PPE) and maintain excellent hygiene
• Help introduce new systems and processes that improve how edibles are made
• Work in a professional prep-kitchen environment alongside a supportive team

What You’ll Bring

• You can sit or stand for up to 10 hours a day and have steady hand–eye coordination with excellent hand dexterity
• You can safely bend, lift, and stoop throughout your shift, including lifting and carrying up to 30lbs
• You have strong attention to detail, follow directions well, and maintain consistency across large volumes of products
• You are adaptable, flexible, and thrive as a collaborative team player
• You have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Even Better If

• You have previous restaurant, food service, or kitchen experience
• You have or can obtain a valid ServeSafe certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time (8-10 hours per shift)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and occasional lifting of heavier items with assistance
• Frequent and repetitive use of hands and wrists for extended periods of time
• Repetitive bending, squatting, and reaching
• Ability to climb ladders or step stools to access plants or equipment
• Ability to use required PPE when required, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to environments with high humidity, varying temperatures, and strong odors (such as cannabis)
• Exposure to soil, water, fertilizer, dust, pollen and plant pathogens
• Exposure to cleaning solvents, such as high volumes of isopropyl alcohol
• Exposure to loud noises, including but not limited to air compressors, packaging equipment, and alarms
• Exposure to CO2 manufacturing procedures at OSHA approved CO2 levels

What We Offer

• Health & Wellness
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and/or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)*
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness program and challenges
  • Gym discounts
• Financial Security
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Life and disability insurance*
  • Supplemental Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance*
  • Commuter benefits*
• Time Off
  • Paid time off (PTO) including vacation*, sick leave and holidays
  • Parental leave
  • Bereavement leave

*Available to eligible, full-time employees only.

$17 - $17 USD

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• Generous PTO and Parental Leave
• Life/ Disability Insurance
• Community Involvement
• Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility.

Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, Find, and Anthem provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is powered by a strong presence in all stages of the supply chain. Its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering science and research.

Our Vision

To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis.

Our Values

• Lead and Inspire.
• Commit to Win.
• ONE Curaleaf.
• Driven to Deliver Excellence.

Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.

Immigration and Visa Policy

***Please note that U.S. immigration rules and regulations are governed by federal law; not state law. Although Curaleaf operates in states that have legalized and decriminalized marijuana, it is still considered a controlled substance under federal regulations and thus illegal under federal law. For this reason, unless and until federal law changes, Curaleaf is prohibited from offering sponsorship for any non-immigrant or immigrant visas.

***Please also note that while candidates who are Lawful Permanent Residents (such as those with Green Cards) are eligible for employment with, and are hired by Curaleaf, working for a company engaged in a business that grows and sells a product that is illegal under federal law might compromise the candidate’s immigration status. Before a Lawful Permanent Resident accepts an offer of employment, Curaleaf recommends that the candidate seek the advice of an immigration lawyer.