Key Lead / Budtender – Kindling Cannabis

Reports To: Store Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Kindling Cannabis

Kindling Cannabis is a proudly Canadian legal cannabis retailer dedicated to delivering

exceptional customer service, in-depth product education, and one of the most

convenient 1-hour delivery systems in the industry. With a growing presence across

Ontario, we aim to provide a welcoming, knowledgeable, and efficient cannabis

shopping experience for every customer.

Position Overview

As a Key Lead / Budtender at Kindling Cannabis, you will play a key role in delivering a

seamless customer experience, ensuring compliance, and supporting store operations.

Key Leads are senior team members who provide leadership on the floor, assist in

training new staff, and take initiative to maintain store standards. This is a dynamic,

customer-facing role ideal for cannabis enthusiasts who thrive in quick-paced

environments.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Experience

- Greet customers warmly and create a welcoming in-store atmosphere
- Provide personalized product recommendations based on customer needs and

preferences

- Educate customers on cannabis strains, formats, and responsible consumption




- Uphold the highest level of service and professionalism during all customer

interactions

Store Operations

- Support opening and closing duties including cash handling and float counts
- Assist with inventory management, receiving product shipments, and restocking

shelves

- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant retail environment
- Ensure accurate product tagging, display, and promotional signage

Leadership & Support

- Act as the lead on shift in the absence of the Store Manager
- Support in training new hires and reinforcing SOPs and Kindling’s brand

standards

- Identify and escalate operational or customer service issues when needed
- Motivate the team to meet sales goals and enhance the overall customer

experience

Qualifications

- Prior retail experience (cannabis or regulated industry preferred)
- CannSell certification (or willingness to obtain before starting)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for cannabis and ongoing product knowledge development Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Comfortable working in a compliance-driven environment

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30.0 per week

Work Location: In person

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