Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender)

King City Gardens; Sycamore Township (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Garden Dispensary in Sycamore Twp. is hiring a Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender) for full-time evening shifts, weekends, and holidays. You will assist customers, verify IDs, educate on cannabis products, and ensure compliance with DCC/OAC standards in a fast-paced retail environment.

We value reliability, knowledge of strains, and strong communication skills. Prior retail experience and willingness to learn are preferred, with onboarding emphasizing regulatory requirements and product

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older and able to obtain required licenses.
• Retail or hospitality experience is preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills within HIPAA constraints.
• Ability to pass background checks and maintain compliance with regulations.
• Basic math and computer skills for transactions.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers, verify IDs, and assist with product selection.
• Educate customers on strains, cannabinoids, and product types.
• Dispense and document sales in compliant systems.
• Maintain clean, organized dispensary operations and inventory.
• Complete opening/closing duties and compliance reporting.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Cash handling

Attention to detail

Teamwork

HIPAA awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POS software

MMCP software

Cash handling systems

Job description

Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender)

The Garden Dispensary | Sycamore Twp.

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.

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

• Ability to stand for extended periods (8–10 hours).
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

Core Competencies

• Professionalism under pressure
• Situational awareness
• Integrity & discretion
• Clear chain-of-command communication
• Regulatory compliance mindset
• Customer service orientation

King City Gardens offers competitive health insurance to employees along with employee discounts at its dispensaries.