Cannabis Retail Assistant Manager — Lead & Develop Team

Minnesota Cannabis Services; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Health benefits

EAP

ESST

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Minnesota Cannabis Services is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily dispensary operations, coach staff, and ensure strict regulatory compliance. You will manage cash handling, inventory, and customer experience on a fast-paced floor, while developing a high-performing team in a regulated cannabis environment.

You’ll collaborate with leadership to optimize processes, train new hires, and maintain accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of retail, hospitality, or customer service experience.
• Cannabis industry experience a plus — not required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Comfortable working in a highly regulated environment.
• Proficiency with POS systems and inventory software; cannabis seed-to-sale a plus.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for up to 8 hours.
• Must meet state requirements for employment in a licensed cannabis facility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily store operations and ensure adherence to SOPs.
• Manage shift coverage, staffing adjustments, and timesheet accuracy.
• Ensure full compliance with state regulations and internal procedures.
• Support change management and SOP updates training.
• Open/close petty cash banks and manage cash handling.
• Reconcile EOD cash reports and POS accuracy.
• Receive deliveries, restock products, and maintain inventory levels.
• Conduct audits, adjustments, and oversee inventory destruction.
• Supervise and develop retail staff; train new hires.
• Coach budtenders on product knowledge, service standards, and compliance.
• Manage customer queue and floor operations during peak hours.
• Manage in-store digital menus, displays, and kiosk menus; signage.
• Complete end-of-day and labor cost reporting; report HR matters.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Job description

Minnesota Cannabis Services is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily dispensary operations, coach staff, and ensure strict regulatory compliance. You will manage cash handling, inventory, and customer experience on a fast-paced floor, while developing a high-performing team in a regulated cannabis environment.

You’ll collaborate with leadership to optimize processes, train new hires, and maintain accurate reporting.