Company description
Kaya Connection is a locally owned, licensed cannabis store located in the heart of downtown Parksville. We are a close knit team that takes pride in being knowledgeable about cannabis products & accessories to ensure we are giving the best recommendations for our customer's needs.
Job Description
Kaya Connection is accepting resumes for a Cannabis Consultant position. The successful candidate will be available to work a 12-24 hours per week. Applicant must be 19 years of age or older.
Please note - All employees are required to have their Selling It Right certificate to work in a Cannabis Retail Store. While we appreciate all interest in this position, we are currently only looking for candidates who have their Selling It Right via https://www.responsibleservicebc.gov.bc.ca/selling-it-right-course
Responsibilities
- Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner. This includes being comfortable to ask each customer for ID that looks 40 and under.
- Utilize POS systems in a high volume retail setting for processing transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Handle cash transactions responsibly and maintain accurate cash handling procedures.
- Creating engaging posters, signs, and promotional materials using Canva.
- Assist with social media content creation as needed.
- Support marketing campaigns and in-store promotions.
- Maintain brand consistency across all visual materials.
- Work with the team to brainstorm new ideas for marketing initiatives.
- Assist in inventory management, including stocking shelves and filing product information as needed.
- Maintain a strong knowledge of legal cannabis strains, products, and related cannabis accessories.
- Assisting management with training of new staff.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization within the store, including product displays and storage areas.
- Communicate effectively with team members to ensure smooth operations.
- May be required to do deliveries and must follow all procedures related to delivering cannabis.
Job Requirements
- A valid Selling It Right Certificate
- Previous work experience in the legal cannabis industry preferably in retail
- Previous experience in Canva, with the ability to design eye-catching signs and promotional materials for in-store and online use would be an asset.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects at once.
- Basic knowledge of social media platforms is an asset.
- Microsoft Word and Excel competency
- Retail, cash handling, and Point of Sales experience - minimum 1 year
- Customer service experience - minimum 1 year
- Drivers license for deliveries and reliable means of transport to work - required
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow directions
- Must be willing to work evening and weekends, performing both opening and closing duties
- Proper execution of all government and standard operating procedures, with attention to detail
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
- May require a criminal record/background check
Compensation
- Hourly pay starting between $20-24 depending on existing skills and cannabis knowledge
- Extended health and dental benefits after 3 month probationary period for employees that work 20+ hours minimum per week
- Excellent staff discount
If you enjoy blending creativity with practical marketing skills, and love making designs that grab attention, we’d love to hear from you!
Join our team as a Cannabis Consultant where your expertise will help create an outstanding experience for our customers!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Please describe your experiences in the legal cannabis industry including duration.
Experience:
- legal retail cannabis: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
