Cannabis Edibles Kitchen Associate

Kitchen Associate

4Front Ventures is a fast-moving national cannabis grower, distributor, and retailer headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona with active operations in Massachusetts, Illinois, and Washington. Focusing on Excellence, People, Integrity, and Courage, 4Front Ventures is building a responsible and people-focused company that consistently produces high-quality products, ensures access to cannabis through top service and affordable brands, and provides value through job creation and community engagement. From plant genetics to the cannabis retail experience under the Mission Dispensary brand, 4Front's team applies expertise across the entire cannabis value chain.

It's an incredible time of progress at 4Front and we are looking for people like YOU to grow with us! Are you interested in joining one of the fastest growing industries in Massachusetts? Are you looking to advance your career and learn some cool things about cannabis along the way? A career at 4Front Ventures offers that, plus more! Now that we have your attention, let's dive into the role.

Position Overview

The Kitchen Associate is responsible for manufacturing large scale batches of high-quality edible products that are infused with cannabis. Priorities include proper preparation and execution of recipes, product packaging, and maintaining all kitchen supplies and equipment cleaned and sanitized. The Kitchen Associate will support the Kitchen Supervisor and Manager in all aspects of cannabis production and preparation within the department.

Availability

This is a full time position that offers a flexible 4-day work week schedule!

Shift is 6:30am-4:30pm Monday-Thursday

Compensation

Starting hourly wage $19/hour, experience dependent

About You

Someone who enjoys cooking or other production.

Loves cannabis and is interested in the process of making infused cannabis products.

Someone who thrives in task-based work with clear processes and checklists.

Enjoys being behind the scenes and striving towards a clearly defined goal.

Wants to join a small team and make a big difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of cannabis edibles and medicated tinctures.
• Prepare bulk recipes properly scaling and mixing ingredients according to standard recipes.
• Utilize various machinery equipment including electric mixers and other industrial kitchen tools and equipment.
• Monitor levels and quality of all product in the department including non-medicated goods and raw materials.
• Assist with packaging and labeling of produced goods.
• Ensure all kitchen areas, equipment, and tools including floors, walls, worktables, refrigerators, prep surfaces, pots, pans, and trays are kept clean, sanitized, and organized.

Key Collaborators

• Kitchen Associates
• Kitchen Manager
• Director of Production

Working Conditions

• This is a hands-on, kitchen position.
• You will be working in an indoor production kitchen environment with possibility of contact with chocolate, candy, water, etc.
• Baking ingredients are present on surfaces and in the air.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Kneeling, squatting, lifting, bending, walking, pivoting, standing all expected activities.

*NOTE: The facility contains confined spaces that may only be accessible by ascending/descending stairwells while traveling throughout building. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time, bend, kneel, squat, and twist. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to follow instructions and use your hands to create products.
• Friendly communication and willingness to work on a team.
• Commitment to growing within team and company.
• Ability to work independently.
• Willingness to ask questions to gain independence and expertise.
• Quick counting capabilities.

Qualifications

• Dispensing Organization Agent Identification Card (obtained upon hire)
• Must have High School Diploma or GED
• Must be 21+

Working at 4Front

• We are building a hard-working, diverse team that is excited to be a part of the evolving cannabis industry. Our team values a friendly, vibrant, and enthusiastic workplace. 4Front Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits of working with us include:

• Employee Discount (one of the highest in the industry)
• Health, Vision, Dental Benefits
• Sick Pay/PTO Accrual
• Parental/Maternity Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Development
• Advancement Opportunities

$19 - $19 an hour

*NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.