At Light Cellar, every staff member is an inspired individual each on their own mission to help create positive change in the world. We are on the path to improve the health of ourselves, families and community.
Positions Currently Available
Feel free to apply anytime, as we’re always hiring and reviewing applications!
Lead Herbalist – Herbal Production (Full-Time, Flexible)
If you are an herbalist who has invested years into your studies, your practice, and your relationship with plants — and you’re looking for a place where that knowledge is respected, applied, and allowed to grow — this role was created with you in mind.
This is an opportunity to lead a living herbal production department inside an established and values-driven wellness company. You will work hands-on with herbs every day, guide formulations from concept to shelf, mentor others into deeper herbal literacy, and help shape products that genuinely support people’s health.
At Light Cellar, we believe herbalism is both an art and a responsibility. This role is for someone who wants to practice with integrity, uphold best practices, and step into leadership — not in theory, but in a functioning, respected business that serves thousands of customers each year.
For herbalists with entrepreneurial leanings or long-term visions of product creation, teaching, or stewardship of herbal systems, this position offers real leadership experience, operational insight, and a meaningful pathway forward within the herbal industry.
Role Overview
The Lead Herbalist oversees and elevates our in-house herbal production department. This role carries responsibility for formulation, production flow, quality control, best-practice adherence, and team mentorship.
You will guide the creation and refinement of our herbal line — including tinctures, syrups, salves, hydrosols, and related preparations — ensuring products are consistent, effective, profitable, and aligned with Light Cellar’s standards and values.
Working closely with management, you will take ownership of the department’s performance while strengthening herbal knowledge across the broader team.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a production department within a fully operating wellness business, gaining experience in formulation, systems, inventory, compliance, revenue accountability, and product launches.
Primary Responsibilities – Product Development & Production
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Formulate and refine herbal products
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Oversee sourcing and quality control of raw materials
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Ensure consistent, efficient production of tinctures, syrups, salves, hydrosols, and related preparations
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Manage inventory flow and production schedules
Compliance & Systems
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Maintain and improve SOPs and health & safety protocols
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Oversee regulatory and labeling compliance (with administrative support)
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Ensure organization, accuracy, and accountability within the department
Team Leadership & Education
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Lead and mentor the herbal production team
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Train retail staff on the herbal product line
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Support staff with nuanced herbal questions
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Provide herbal education that translates clearly and responsibly to customers
Collaboration & Growth
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Collaborate on product launches and marketing initiatives
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Contribute to strategic planning and long-term department growth
Essential Skills & Qualities
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Completed formal herbalist training
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Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
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Clear, professional communicator
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Confidence leading a department and making informed decisions
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Strategic thinker — proactive, creative, and committed to continual learning
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Service-oriented and grounded in care
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Strong alignment with Light Cellar’s mission and values is essential
Knowledge & Experience (Existing or Willing to Develop)
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Experience or strong interest in herbal formulation
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Basic understanding of Canadian herbal regulations
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Customer service or retail experience (preferred)
What Success Looks Like in This Role
✔ A well-run, efficient herbal production department
✔ Consistent, high-quality product output
✔ Successful product launches
✔ Department meeting revenue and production targets
✔ Staff confident and educated in our herbal offerings
✔ Best-practice standards upheld
✔ Customers feeling informed, inspired, and supported
Position Details
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Schedule: 4–5 days per week (full-time, flexible)
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Compensation: Hourly, living wage
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Continuing Education: Support negotiable
Growth: Long-term leadership and development pathway available
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Wellness Guide - Full Time or Part Time
In your role as Wellness Guide, you will be on the front lines of upholding an open and friendly vibe with your lightness of being and warm engagement with customers.
Main Tasks:
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Customer Engagement: Provide an exceptional customer experience by listening to client needs and providing informed recommendations
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Product Knowledge: Have a base-level of knowledge you will continually build upon on and off shifts to develop greater wisdom about the body and how our products can assist our customers reaching their health goals
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Process customer transactions: Attention to detail checking out customers on the till, handling cash and payments, refunds and returns
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Customer communication: In-person on the floor, as well as through email and phone inquiries
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Shop maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized, well-stocked, inviting space
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Community/Connection: Building friendly relationships with customers
Essential Skills and Qualities:
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Friendly and Approachable: Warm, welcoming demeanor that contributes to a positive environment for clients and coworkers
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Service-Orientated: You are inspired to help others on their journey offering what wisdom you can to assist our customers on their individual health journey
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Patient: Ability to listen attentively, respond thoughtfully, and remain calm and composed, even in challenging situations
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Commitment to Personal Growth: A strong drive for continuous learning and self-improvement, both personally and professionally
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Culture fit: Embodies Light Cellar values and aligns with our mission
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Lifestyle: You have an understanding of the function of superfoods and you embody health and wellness in your everyday life
Knowledge & Experience to Have or Acquire:
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Ongoing or completed formal studies in any natural wellness discipline (ie. holistic nutrition, herbalism, TCM)
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Customer service experience
What Does Success Look Like in this Role:
✔ Customers feel welcomed and engaged
✔ Customers feel heard and you are able to guide them to the appropriate products we have on offer
✔ Demonstrates an experiential knowledge of Light Cellar products, including benefits and recommended use
✔ Customer transactions are processed efficiently and accurately
✔ Able to handle the fast-paced, high volume days, leaving with a smile
✔ Serving others lights you up
✔ Attends internal classes as well as trainings in and out of Light Cellar offerings always looking to build more knowledge
✔ Contributing positively to our team and customer community
✔ Living and working in alignment with Light Cellar’s mission and values
See below for application process.
Elixir Alchemist- Full Time or Part Time
You have a passion for crafting elixirs, an open and friendly vibe and the ability to uphold a lightness of being and warm engagement with customers.
Main Tasks:
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Customer Engagement: Provide an exceptional customer experience by listening to client needs and providing informed recommendations
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Elixir Crafting: Preparing and serving elixirs and food items
Elixir Bar maintenance: maintain a clean, organized, well-stocked, efficient space. Includes clearing tables, washing dishes and maintaining elixir bar cleaning protocols -
Community/Connection: Building friendly relationships with customers
Essential Skills and Qualities:
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Warm & Welcoming: Creates a friendly, inviting atmosphere for customers
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Clear Communication: Listens actively, takes orders accurately, and engages with customers
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Ease & Confidence in Fast-Paced Environments: Balances speed with attention to detail without feeling overwhelmed
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Live the Lifestyle: Embodying health, craftsmanship, and integrity
Experience to Know or Acquire:
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General knowledge of elixir bar ingredient uses, benefits and functions
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General knowledge of the function, flavour, and feel of each elixir and upgrades
What Does Success Look Like in this Role:
✔ Customers feel welcomed and engaged
✔ Elixirs and menu items are prepared in a consistent and timely manner
✔ Balance efficiency with quality, keeping up during busy hours without feeling overwhelmed
✔ Able to confidently answer questions about ingredients and make appropriate recommendations
✔ Ingredients and supplies are replenished proactively
✔ Elixir bar, tables and dishes are consistently cleaned and sanitized
✔ Contributing positively to our team and customer community
✔ Living and working in alignment with Light Cellar’s mission and values
How to Apply
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Fill out our online application here
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Send in your video via email to vivian@lightcellar.ca with a clear subject line
In your video in 3 minutes or less, discuss:
- What inspires you about the position you are applying for?
- What has been your experience with Light Cellar so far?
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Where do you see yourself in 2-5 years personally, professionally?
The Light Cellar Vibe
You will feel at home if you have a passion for learning and are always applying yourself towards personal growth and cultivating wisdom.
The culture and energy we embody is for each of us to be present as our authentic-selves in a Happy, Inspired, Vibrant, and Empowered way.
The vibe of the shop is light, bright, and friendly. Relationships are naturally formed between customers and staff as we are not interested in mere transactional interactions.
If the idea of making someone’s day, and helping change lives lights you up, then this role might be for you!
