Kitchen Technician at Curaleaf — Litchfield, IL

Title: Kitchen Technician Pay:  $17.00/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 30 lbs
• 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

Additional Perks

• Employee discounts
• Recognition programs
• Pet insurance*

*Available to eligible, full-time employees only.

Illinois Hiring Range

$17—$17.50 USD

What We Offer:

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• Generous PTO and Parental Leave
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Life/ Disability Insurance
• Community Involvement
• Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts