Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender) Sycamore Township

Dispensary Sales Associate (Budtender)

The Garden Dispensary | Sycamore Twp.

Full-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. Youll 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 drivers 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 (810 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.