Lead Kitchen Technician

Title: Lead Kitchen Technician

Pay Range: $21.00 - 23.75/hr

Location: Tooele, UT

Job Type: Full Time | Non-Exempt

Shift: Monday-Friday | 7:00am - 3:30pm

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.

• 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.

• At least 2 years of experience in a kitchen, production, or food manufacturing role, ideally with some leadership or lead‑level responsibility.
• Strong understanding of kitchen safety, sanitation, and food handling regulations, and a consistent track record of following best practices.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, production‑driven environment and able to stay focused and effective under pressure.
• A strong problem‑solver who can navigate challenges, support team members, and help keep operations running smoothly.
• Clear communication skills and organizational ability to keep teams aligned, on schedule, and compliant.

• Bachelor’s degree in restaurant management, culinary arts, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• Valid Serv Safe certification, or the ability to obtain one.

• 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, with occasional heavier lifts 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.

• Exposure to environments with high humidity, varying temperatures, and strong odors (e.g., cannabis).
• Exposure to soil, water, fertilizer, dust, pollen, and plant pathogens.
• Exposure to cleaning solvents, such as large 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.

• 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

Curaleaf Pay Transparency

$21—$23.75 USD

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