Lead Kitchen Technician

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: Lead Kitchen Technician 
Pay Range: $20.00 - 22.50/hr
Location: Las Vegas, NV | 2320 Western Ave
Job Type: Full Time | Non-Exempt 
Shift: Monday-Thursday | 6:00am - 4:30pm

Who You Are:
You’re a reliable, hands-on kitchen lead who enjoys working in a fast-paced food production environment. You’re comfortable preparing food in larger batches, following recipes and processes closely, and keeping the kitchen clean, organized, and compliant. You take pride in doing things the right way — following food safety standards, keeping accurate records, and helping guide other team members during shifts. You’re dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to step in where needed to keep daily kitchen operations running smoothly.

What You’ll Do:

As a Lead Kitchen Technician, you’ll take hands-on ownership of daily kitchen production — supporting infused food and oil manufacturing while leading by example on safety, quality, and efficiency. You’ll help keep production on track, ensure products are made accurately and compliantly, and support the kitchen team through clear processes and strong communication.

• Oversee ingredient preparation, production flow, and process controls to support daily kitchen operations


• Lead the kitchen team on the floor by following and reinforcing production schedules, SOPs, and GMP standards, while continuously looking for efficiency improvements


• Train and support team members producing high-quality infused products, including emulsions, oils, and edible components


• Partner with Processing, Packaging, and the Production Manager to plan timing, quantities, and product mix


• Accurately weigh, portion, and track ingredients using calibrated scales to ensure consistency, portion control, and compliance


• Prepare ingredients daily and ensure the kitchen is stocked, organized, sanitary, and production-ready


• Perform QA/QC checks and support analytical testing to ensure product quality and consistency


• Maintain inventory records for ingredients, supplies, materials, and equipment; support monthly and quarterly inventory counts and SOX audits


• Complete Master Batch Records and accurately record all production activity in METRC


• Maintain strict compliance with food safety standards, hygiene requirements, state regulations, and company policies


• Support inspection readiness by maintaining documentation and assisting with state and internal audits

What You’ll Bring:

• You have at least 2 years of experience in a kitchen, production, or food manufacturing role, ideally with some leadership or lead-level responsibility


• You bring a strong understanding of kitchen safety, sanitation, and food handling regulations, and you consistently follow best practices


• You’re comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment and can stay focused and effective under pressure


• You’re a strong problem-solver who can navigate challenges, support team members, and help keep operations running smoothly


• You communicate clearly and stay organized, helping teams stay aligned, on schedule, and compliant

Even Better If:

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in restaurant management, a culinary degree, or equivalent hands-on experience


• You have or are able to obtain a valid ServSafe 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:

• 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

Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility.  

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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, JAMS, Find and Zero Proof provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence

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.

Current Curaleaf employees should apply for open positions through our Internal Job Board, which can be accessed via the link on The Leaf.