Head Budtender- Highlands

Native Roots; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips and Bonus eligibility

PTO from day one

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plans after 6 months

Wage-on-demand via ZayZoon

Job summary

Native Roots is seeking a Head Budtender in Denver to elevate the patient and customer experience. You will lead cannabis sales, guide the team, and ensure daily operations align with company standards and state regulations.

The ideal candidate has prior cannabis retail or budtender experience, strong communication, and a focus on compliance and service excellence. Competitive benefits accompany this role in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months of customer service and/or sales experience.
• 6 months experience utilizing METRC and POS systems.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must hold or obtain MED Employee Badge.
• Strong verbal communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports in executing recreational and medical cannabis sales operations and managing personnel within their retail location(s).
• Assists in managing daily store opening and closing procedures as necessary.
• Helps drive the sales goals and objectives throughout daily operations.
• Provides escalated guidance to customers as needed including resolving customer complaints.
• Supports with ensuring that processes and procedures are compliant to internal policies and standards as well as local and state regulations.
• Performs daily cash verifications and recordings.
• Assists with intake of deliveries, transfers, and inventory management.
• Greets and checks in customers and patients.
• Engages with patients and customers to understand their wellness needs and recommends products.
• Educates customers and patients on the uses of cannabis products to meet their desired effects.
• Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the store including organizing products and inventory, sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
• Performs sales transactions including cash handling, using POS system, and compliantly packaging and labeling products.
• Enters or modifies customer/patient information in POS System.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Why work at Native Roots?

At Native Roots, we believe in growing together-personally, professionally, and as a team. From day one, you'll step into a supportive, rewarding environment where your contributions are recognized and your growth is prioritized. We offer immediate access to benefits like paid time off, along with comprehensive health coverage, mental wellness resources, and flexible scheduling that supports real work-life balance. Whether you're passionate about cannabis, looking to build a meaningful career, or just want to work somewhere that truly values its people-this is the place.

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Availability: Open Availability

Job Summary:

The Head Budtender is a seasoned professional and expert in providing exceptional customer service, playing a vital role in elevating the retail experience at Native Roots. Beyond standard budtender responsibilities, this position provides critical support for daily store operations, acting as a resource to the team and ensuring strict adherence to company standards and regulatory compliance.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports in executing all recreational and medical cannabis sales operations and managing personnel within their retail location(s).
• Assists in managing daily store opening and closing procedures as necessary.
• Helps drive the sales goals and objectives throughout daily operations.
• Provides escalated guidance to customers as needed including resolving customer complaints.
• Supports with ensuring that processes and procedures are compliant to internal policies and standards as well as local and state regulations.
• Performs daily cash verifications and recordings.
• Assists with intake of deliveries, transfers, and inventory management.
• Greets and checks in customers and patients.
• Engages with patients and customers to understand their wellness needs and recommends products.
• Educates customers and patients on the uses of cannabis products to meet their desired effects.
• Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the store including organizing products and inventory, sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
• Performs sales transactions including cash handling, using POS system, and compliantly packaging and labeling products.
• Enters or modifies customer/patient information in POS System.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• 6 months of customer service and/or sales experience.
• 6 months experience utilizing METRC.
• Experience with retail POS systems.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Must hold or obtain a valid Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) Employee Badge.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of customer service and/or sales experience.
• Experience with Cannabis POS system.
• Cannabis knowledge or cannabis industry experience.
• Proficiency using Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office programs including Gmail, Calendar Docs, Sheets, Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge of local and state laws related to cannabis sales including Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) regulations.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, stretch, walk, bend, twist, reach, perform repetitive motions, and carry boxes or items.

Other Requirements:

• In-person at store location based on schedule.

Additional Compensations:

• Tips and Bonus eligibility.
• Accrue paid time off (PTO) immediately; starting at 2 weeks per year.
• Health, dental, vision, life, LTD, accident, and critical illness insurance plans.
• Retirement plans available after 6 months of employment.
• ZayZoon: Earned Wage Access! Get Paid whenever you need with wages-on-demand via ZayZoon. No need to wait until payday! We are partnered with ZayZoon, an employee benefit that gives you instant access to your wages ahead of payday.

Native Roots Cannabis Co. is aware that fake job postings, job interviews, and job offers are being promoted, mainly on social media. Native Roots will only make a job offer to a candidate once the candidate has submitted a job application and participated in a face-to-face interview. Native Roots will never request payment or require candidates to submit a check or other form of financial information during the recruitment/onboarding process.