Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender) Sycamore Township

King City Gardens; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on cannabis education

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive retail environment

Job summary

King City Gardens in Cincinnati, Ohio, is looking for a passionate Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender) to provide exceptional customer service and assist customers with cannabis education. The ideal candidate will hold or obtain a Dispensary Employee License and possess a high school diploma or GED.

This full-time role offers flexible scheduling, starting pay at $18.00/hour, and requires reliability, teamwork, and compliance with DCC regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Hold or obtain a Dispensary Employee License (DCC).
• Retail or hospitality experience preferred.
• Basic math, computer, and cash handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist customers upon arrival.
• Educate customers on strains, cannabinoids, and product types.
• Maintain accurate sales and dispensing records.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Strong communication skills

Retail experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender)

The Garden Dispensary | Sycamore Twp.

Starting at $18.00/hour | Full-Time | Evenings, Weekends, Holidays

About The Garden Dispensary

The Garden is Ohio’s premier adult-use cannabis dispensary, proudly serving our community with professionalism, compassion, and education. We are seeking passionate and customer-focused individuals to join our growing team as Dispensary Sales Associates.

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.

Schedule & Compensation

• Flexible scheduling including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Starting pay: $18.00/hour.
• 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.