Budtender Associate

**SOMA LEAF CO.**

**JOB DESCRIPTION**

Position**:Budtender Associate**

Reports to**:Thornbury Store Manager**

Job Type**:Full Time**

We are looking to employ a knowledgeable and experienced Budtender to assist customers in selecting suitable cannabis products. The responsibilities of the Budtender include greeting and welcoming customers, informing the manager of customer complaints and operational issues, and sharing firsthand experiences of cannabis products to address customer concerns. You should also be able to answer customers’ questions regarding the different strains of cannabis and methods of consumption.

To be successful as a Budtender, you should keep abreast of the latest developments in cannabis laws to maintain legal compliance. Ultimately, and outstanding Budtender should be able to demonstrate excellent communication and customer service skills by ensuring that customers are well-informed and satisfied with their purchases.

**Responsibilities**:

- Advising customers on suitable cannabis products based on their needs, preferences, budgets, and reactions to different strains of cannabis
- Keeping abreast of new cannabis products on the market as well as the latest industry trends through trade shows and research
- Processing customers' payments using the dispensary's Point of Sale (POS) system
- Ensuring that the dispensary is clean and well-organized at all times
- Educating customers on the safe use of their selected cannabis products
- Checking customers' identification documents to verify that they are of legal age
- Taking inventory of cannabis products and ensuring that the sales floor is adequately stocked

**Core Compentencies**
- High school diploma or GED
- Proven experience working as a Budtender
- A valid marijuana worker's permit or license
- Sound knowledge of cannabis strains
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication skills
- Exceptional customer service skills

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 25 per week

**Salary**: $15.50-$19.37 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Thornbury, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Expected start date: 2023-01-23