Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender)

Renew Cannabis Co.

Cincinnati (OH)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 29,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Garden Dispensary is seeking a Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender) in Ohio. You will provide professional, compassionate assistance to medical and adult-use customers while ensuring compliance with DCC regulations.

Responsibilities include helping customers, educating on strains and product types, and processing transactions with MMCP/POS systems, all while maintaining accurate records and a high standard of service.

Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years old.
High school diploma or GED required.
Retail or hospitality experience preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service and educate customers on cannabis products.
Welcome and assist customers; verify ID and registry status.
Dispense cannabis using MMCP and POS software; maintain accurate records.
Follow DCC regulations and OAC 3796 standards; ensure HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POS software

MMCP software

Job description

Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender)

The Garden Dispensary |

Full-Time | Evenings,

Weekends, Holidays

Job Summary

The Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender) is a licensed Dispensary Employee in the state of Ohio who provides professional, compassionate, and educational assistance to medical and adult-use customers. This role focuses on exceptional customer service while maintaining compliance with all Division of Cannabis Control (DCC) regulations.

Key Responsibilities

? Customer Service
? Welcome and assist customers upon arrival.
? Verify ID and patient registry status.
? Educate customers on strains, cannabinoids, and product types.
? Guide customers to select appropriate products.
? Maintain confidentiality and uphold HIPAA standards.
? Work efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment.
? Compliance & Documentation
? Maintain accurate sales and dispensing records.
? Follow all DCC regulations and OAC 3796 standards.
? Dispense cannabis using MMCP and POS software.
? Report suspicious activity immediately.

Operational Support

? Maintain cleanliness and organization.
? Assist with receiving, labeling, and stocking inventory.
? Perform opening/closing duties and compliance reports.
? Attend training sessions and maintain product knowledge.
? Demonstrate reliability, teamwork, and punctuality.

Qualifications

? Must be 21 years or older.
? Hold or obtain a Dispensary Employee License (DCC).
? High school diploma or GED required.
? Retail or hospitality experience preferred.
? Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
? Must pass BCI/FBI background checks.
? Basic math, computer, and cash handling skills.

Physical Requirements

? Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
? Manual dexterity to operate registers and label products.
? Flexible scheduling including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
? Must complete DCC-compliant onboarding before floor duties.

Why Join The Garden

At The Garden, we value our team as much as our guests. You’ll gain hands-on cannabis education, customer engagement experience, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive and compliant retail environment.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous security, law enforcement, military, or asset protection experience preferred.
Ability to pass background screening in accordance with Ohio cannabis regulations.
Valid driver’s license (if required for armored escort or site patrol duties).
Strong observation, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

Physical Requirements