Retail Personal Service Provider

Essential Employment Services Inc; Uxbridge (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Employment Services, Inc. is seeking a Retail Personal Service Provider for our dispensary in Massachusetts.

You will help patients and customers choose cannabis products, answer questions, and ensure compliance with state regulations in a welcoming, professional environment. The role requires strong customer service, excellent communication, the ability to work evenings and weekends, basic math for cash handling, and a willingness to learn about products.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and able to pass a background check.
• Customer service experience in retail or cannabis-related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cannabis products or willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage diverse customers.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Complete compliant customer/patient transactions.
• Assist or escalate to Manager on Duty for unhappy customers.
• Keep the sales floor clean; take out trash.
• Ensure cash register starts/ends at $200; perform cash drops.
• Parking lot sweeps; build online orders when downtime occurs.
• Research current products; stay informed on offerings.
• Clean glass fixtures; assist as Greeter when needed.
• Access patient records with confidentiality.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cannabis knowledge

Willingness to learn

Team player

Cash handling

POS system

Tools

POS system

Job description

Who We Are

At our core, we believe in the power of unity and purpose. Together, we stand to produce safe, affordable, and sustainable products that enhances the well-being of all, including medical patients and adult-use communities.

Who We Are

At our core, we believe in the power of unity and purpose. Together, we stand to produce safe, affordable, and sustainable products that enhances the well-being of all, including medical patients and adult-use communities. Our mission is to drive responsible growth across every link of our value chain, expanding both vertically and horizontally through innovation, efficiency, and integrity. With a focus on multi-state operations, we're committed to creating meaningful impact for our customers, employees, and communities. We are guided by our core values, which define how we work and who we are:

• Mutual Trust, Respect, and Dignity in every interaction.


• Best-in-Class Performance with Accountability and Care.


• A Culture of Inclusion that Celebrates Diversity and Belonging.


• A Winning Team Built on Integrity, Collaboration, and Purpose.

Together, we are shaping a responsible and sustainable future - one rooted in quality, compassion, and shared success.

What You'll Do!

As a Retail Personal Service Provider, you will be the face of our dispensary, providing an exceptional customer experience while helping patients and customers select the right cannabis products for their needs. You'll work directly with patients to answer their questions, recommend products, and ensure compliance with all state regulations. Your role is key to creating a welcoming, informative, and professional environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

Job Responsibilities

• Complete Compliant Customer/Patient transactions


• Assist or accelerate disgruntled customers/patients to Manager on Duty


• Take out trash and assist in keeping the sales fl oor clean


• Confirm cash register begins and ends at $200


• Confirm accurate cash drops


• Parking Lot Sweeps


• Build online orders (when there is downtime)


• Research current products


• Clean glass fixtures


• Assist in Greeter position duties when needed


• Access patient records with confidentiality

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Company reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position as business needs require.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age or older (as required by state law).


• Previous customer service experience, preferably in retail or a cannabis-related field.


• Strong knowledge of cannabis products, including strains, consumption methods, and effects (or a strong willingness to learn).


• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with a variety of customers.


• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.


• Must be able to pass a background check (as required by state law).


• Basic math skills and the ability to handle cash and register transactions.


• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Standing for Long Periods: Must be able to stand for extended periods during shifts.


• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift up to 30 pounds (e.g., restocking inventory, moving product boxes).


• Bending and Reaching: Must be able to bend, squat, and reach to access products from low and high shelves.


• Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle products, cash, and operate the POS system with precision.


• Walking: Must be able to move throughout the dispensary to assist customers and maintain the store's appearance.


• Clear Vision and Hearing: Must be able to clearly see product details, labels, and transaction information, as well as hear customer questions and concerns in a busy retail environment.


• Endurance: Ability to handle a fast-paced environment, especially during busy hours, and maintain focus throughout shifts.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by individuals in this role. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove job duties as deemed necessary.

Essential Employment Services, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a work environment that is inclusive and free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Salary: $17.50 - $18.50 per hour