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.
- Create engaging posters, signs, and promotional materials using Canva.
- Assist with social media content creation and scheduling.
- 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
- Proficient in Canva - **required**:

- Creative eye for design and attention to detail.
- 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 and reliable means of transport - r**equired**:

- 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 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

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

**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**:

- Canva: 1 year (required)
- legal retail cannabis: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person