Budtender (Part-Time)

NOLA Cannabis Co. Dispensary; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

NOLA Cannabis Co. Dispensary is seeking a Budtender to greet and assist patients in selecting cannabis products. You will explain product options, ensure a safe and compliant shopping experience, and perform POS transactions in a fast-paced retail setting.

Ideal candidates have strong customer service and communication skills, with a solid understanding of cannabis strains and their benefits. The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and teamwork in a busy dispensary environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Budtender experience preferred but not required.
• Pass a background check and obtain a state card.
• Solid knowledge of cannabis strains and their benefits.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and provide a welcoming experience.
• Advise patients on cannabis products based on needs and preferences.
• Stay informed on new products and industry trends.
• Process payments using the POS system.
• Keep the store clean and organized at all times.
• Educate patients on safe use of products.
• Weigh, package, and label cannabis products correctly.
• Verify age and credentials of patients to enter the dispensary.
• Take inventory and ensure sales floor is stocked.
• Complete opening and closing tasks as assigned.
• Maintain compliance with company and state policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About The Role

The Budtender greets and welcomes patients, helps patients and customers with product selections, adheres to policies and procedures, and ensures a wonderful patient experience.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides a wonderful experience for the patient.
• Advises patients on suitable cannabis products based on their needs, preferences, budgets, and reactions to different strains of cannabis.
• Keepes abreast of new cannabis products on the market as well as the latest industry trends.
• Processes patients’ payments using the dispensary's Point of Sale (POS) system.
• Ensures that the store is always clean and well-organized.
• Educates patients on the safe use of their selected cannabis product.
• Correctly weighs, packages, and labels cannabis products, as required.
• Checks patient’s identification documents to verify that they are of legal age and hold the necessary credentials needed to enter the dispensary and purchase product.
• Takes inventory of cannabis products and ensures that the sales floor is adequately stocked.
• Ensures that assigned opening and closing tasks are completed.
• Maintains compliance by following the proper policies and procedures set by the company and the state.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Education

• High school diploma or GED
• Proven experience working as a Budtender is preferred but not required.
• Ability to pass a background check and receive a facility agent card from the state.
• Sound knowledge of cannabis strains and their medicinal benefits.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Work well with other team members.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the retail space.
• Must be able to lift to 25 pounds at times.

We are committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive environment for all. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer; all hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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