OVERVIEW:

Cloud9 Cannabis is hiring a Budtender that will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service and developing rapport with our patients, vendors, services providers and staff at the retail dispensary in Champaign, IL. The Budtender will effectively communicate cannabis knowledge to patients and team members, recommend and help select the proper medicine depending on their individual needs. This individual will also have a hand in opening and closing tasks, inventory fulfillment, and replenishment while maintaining the Cloud9 standards. This role reports directly to the Dispensary Manager at Cloud9 Cannabis in Champaign, IL.

This is an exciting opportunity to be apart of a start up cannabis organization that will continue to grow throughout the state of Illinois. This individual must be motivated, positive, and eager to assist our dispensary through startup operations.

As a Budtender your responsibilities will include:

• Provide exceptional customer service in accordance with Cloud9 standards.
• Develop and maintain rapport with our patients, vendors, service providers and staff.
• Ensure patients’ concerns and questions are solved/answered promptly and efficiently, and communicate patients’ requests and problems to management when needed.
• Recommend, select and help locate the proper medicine for patient depending on their individual needs.
• Communicate the effects of different types of cannabis to patients clearly and effectively.
• Ensure strict controls to protect organization assets at the direction of management.
• Assist in processing and replenishing merchandise, and monitoring the floor’s inventory levels, as well as participating in inventory counts.
• Frequently maintain dispensary’ cleanliness, i.e. dusting, glass cleaning, vacuuming, sweeping and sanitization.
• Maintain a positive work environment conducive to trust and respect.
• Maintain strictest confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Perform other related work as required

The Budtender position is well-suited for you if you possess:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Customer service mindset where the needs of the customer/patient take precedent.
• Ability to critically think and problem solve without direction.
• High level of integrity.
• Exhibit a very high sense of urgency, well organized, possess a great attitude, be a team player and can build strong working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Accuracy and compliance.
• Fully embodies the Cloud9 Cannabis culture.
• A team player that excels at connecting the dots.
• Flexible and agile; can remain calm despite many efforts running simultaneously.
• Eager to learn about a brand-new industry that is still being developed.
• You demonstrate strong collaborative skills, build trust and good working relationships with your colleagues and across functions.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where flexibility, reliability and resourcefulness are key competencies needed for success.

Qualified candidates will have:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred, or equivalent years of experience through education and experience.
• Retail, cash handling and Point of Sales (POS) experience preferred, but not required.
• Prior experience in the cannabis industry preferred, but not required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work weekends and some holidays.
• Ability to pass all required background checks as it pertains to Illinois cannabis laws.

Why Join Cloud9 Cannabis:

Are you interested in working for a brand-new, retail cannabis organization in Illinois? If so, check out the amazing opportunities Cloud9 Cannabis offers!

Cloud9 Cannabis will be opening several retail cannabis dispensaries in the state of Illinois in the coming months. We are currently in the process of building out 2 new locations in Champaign and Edwardsville, Illinois, however, have plans in place for several additional establishments throughout the state. We provide exceptional service to our clients and customers. Our expertise and experience in other industries have enabled us to become a successful startup organization in the growing cannabis market.

We’re disrupting the industry with innovation! We are pioneers and innovators of our industry. We have swag. We have pride. We own our responsibilities and wake up every morning ready to be better than we were the day before. This is an adventure that has no limits. Why not jump on board?

People are the most important ingredient at Cloud9 Cannabis. Each team member makes an impact on our business, and we share a genuine entrepreneurial spirit and relentless drive to always raise the bar. Together, we nurture a deep sense of community in our organization with a true passion and love for what we do.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• What are you targeting for compensation for your next career opportunity?

Experience:

• Retail sales: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person