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: Kitchen Technician
Pay Range: $17.00/hr
Location: Taneytown, MD
Job Type: Full Time | Non-Exempt
Shift: Monday - Thursday : 6:15am - 5:00pm
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
Maryland Pay Transparency
$17—$17 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
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, Find, and Anthem provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and a