Lead Budtender - High Plainz Strains of Garden City - Nature's Herbs and Wellness / High Plainz Strains

Come join the growing field of cannabis! We are searching for a full time Lead Budtender for High Plainz Strains of Garden City. 

General Info:

Candidates with a current badge to work in the cannabis industry in Colorado will be given heavy preference. If you do not have that, you can apply for this by clicking HERE! 

This is a full time position, regularly scheduled ~30-35 hours per week, with overtime when needed. Typically schedule for 5 shifts per week. This position requires open availability, since the store will be open from 8am - 12:00am daily, including holidays and weekends. The only day the store is closed is Christmas Day. 

As a Lead Budtender, you will play a critical role in delivering exceptional customer service while ensuring the smooth operation of the dispensary when the manager is off duty. You will lead a team of budtenders, offering guidance, training, and support to enhance their knowledge and performance. You will be responsible for providing expert product knowledge, assisting customers with their selections, and maintaining a welcoming and compliant environment. The Lead Budtender will ensure that all sales transactions are processed accurately and efficiently, while upholding company policies and state regulations.

Pay - this position starts at $17/hour plus tips.

Full Time Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package, including Health Insurance (Kaiser), Dental Insurance (Delta Dental), Vision (VSP), and Gap/Accident/Illness Insurance (Transamerica). We also participate in the Colorado SecureSavings program through the State of Colorado. Paid Sick and Vacation time are earned per pay period.

Our culture is full of fun times and camaraderie! After all, we ARE in the cannabis industry! We do our best to make the work day enjoyable, while also meeting the needs of the business, and following the rules set by the state. Our retail team works hard to provide the best service to our customers, and to have a good time while doing it. Our retail leadership team is a group of committed professionals who work well together to help each store run as seamlessly as possible.

Basic Functions of the Job:

• Greet customers, answer questions, and provide professional assistance
• Supervises daily operations during shifts, ensuring all team members take their breaks and lunches.
• Manages discounts and pricing issues in the Point of Sale (POS) system.
• Maintains a clean and organized store environment, preparing it for customers at the start of your shift and ensuring it remains tidy throughout the shift.
• Opens the store as needed, ensuring cash drawers are prepared and balanced for the day.
• Closes the store when required, including reconciling cash in the drawer, safe, and ATM.
• Addresses escalated customer service issues as they arise.
• Ensures compliance with all regulations set forth by the Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED).
• Tracks cash movement between drawers and the safe throughout the day, including cash payments for supplies.
• Counts and records all tips at the end of each shift, ensuring the Front Desk Receptionist receives their share.

Ideal Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience working as a budtender in a cannabis dispensary (1 years preferred).
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing or supervising a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of cannabis products, strains, and consumption methods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Familiarity with state regulations and dispensary operations.
• Ability to motivate staff with regards to staying on task, providing great customer service, and selling our cool products! 
• Ability to communicate professionally through effective verbal and written skills
• Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively
• Ability to multitask, problem solve and take ownership of work
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a MED Badge

We are an EEO Employer.