PT Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender) Sycamore Township

Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender)

The Garden Dispensary | Sycamore Twp.

Part -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.

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

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