Lead Budtender - Elevate Customer Experience & Team

Groundworks Industries; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly store bonus program

Wage increases every 6 months

Tips

Employee discounts and samples

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Electric Lettuce in Portland is seeking a Lead Budtender to elevate the customer experience on the Holgate team. You will educate customers, coach staff, and help run daily dispensary operations with a focus on compliance and quality service.

Ideal candidates bring cannabis knowledge, leadership experience, and a positive, reliable approach. This role requires 21+ and OLCC permit eligibility with opportunities for growth and team incentives.

Qualifications

• Retail and customer service experience.
• Leadership or supervisory experience.
• Cannabis industry experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Must be 21+.
• Valid OLCC Marijuana Worker Permit or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a great customer experience and coach others to do the same.
• Educate customers and help them find the right cannabis products.
• Process POS transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Help keep daily dispensary operations running smoothly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming sales floor.
• Support merchandising, product displays, and sales.
• Lead by example in following company policies and OLCC requirements.
• Assist management as needed.

Skills

Retail experience

Leadership

Cannabis industry experience

Communication

Physical requirements

OLCC permit readiness

Reliability

Attention to detail

Job description

Electric Lettuce in Portland is seeking a Lead Budtender to elevate the customer experience on the Holgate team. You will educate customers, coach staff, and help run daily dispensary operations with a focus on compliance and quality service.

Ideal candidates bring cannabis knowledge, leadership experience, and a positive, reliable approach. This role requires 21+ and OLCC permit eligibility with opportunities for growth and team incentives.