Cannabis Consultant

**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.

**Responsibilities**
- Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner. This includes being comfortable to ask each customer for ID that looks 35 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.
- 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.
- 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
- Microsoft Word and Excel competency
- Retail, cash handling, and Point of Sales experience**:

- minimum 1 year**:

- Customer service experience - **minimum 1 year**:

- Drivers license and reliable means of transport - **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 $19-23 depending on existing skills and cannabis knowledge
- Extended health and dental benefits after 3 month probationary period for employees that work 20+ hours per week
- Excellent staff discount

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

Pay: $19.00-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 - 35 per week

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay
- Tips

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Overtime

**Experience**:

- retail in legal cannabis industry: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Selling It Right (required)

Work Location: In person