Cannabis Retail Lead Budtender

Push Operations; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Push Operations is seeking a Lead Budtender in Palm Springs, CA to oversee daily sales floor operations during shifts and serve as the primary leadership resource. You will coach budtenders, deliver exceptional customer experiences, ensure compliance with cannabis regulations, and drive sales while maintaining strong operational standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, team development, and active problem-solving to support store performance and customer satisfaction on a fast-paced cannabis

Qualifications

• Cannabis retail experience preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of retail, hospitality, or customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead each shift with professionalism, confidence, and accountability.
• Coach budtenders on sales techniques and product knowledge.
• Provide real-time feedback to employees to improve performance.
• Assist with onboarding and training new employees.
• Maintain store cleanliness, organization, and merchandising standards.
• Oversee opening and closing procedures.
• Oversee cash handling procedures and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with state and city cannabis regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Coaching

Communication

Sales techniques

Training

Time management

Multitasking

Cash handling

Tools

Point-of-sale systems

Retail technology

Job description

Push Operations is seeking a Lead Budtender in Palm Springs, CA to oversee daily sales floor operations during shifts and serve as the primary leadership resource. You will coach budtenders, deliver exceptional customer experiences, ensure compliance with cannabis regulations, and drive sales while maintaining strong operational standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, team development, and active problem-solving to support store performance and customer satisfaction on a fast-paced cannabis