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