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Budtender PT

Chicago, IL · On-site

$18/hr

The Budtender is responsible for creating a world-class customer experience for all customers. The Budtender will promote a positive, customer service-oriented, and compliant work environment This ...

The Budtender is responsible for creating a world-class customer experience for all customers. The Budtender will promote a positive, customer service-oriented, and compliant work environment This ...

The Part Time Budtender is responsible for creating a world-class customer experience for all customers. The Budtender will promote a positive, customer service-oriented, and compliant work ...

The Budtender is responsible for creating a world-class customer experience for all customers. The Budtender will promote a positive, customer service-oriented, and compliant work environment This ...

Budtender Full Time

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.29/hr

The Full Time Budtender is responsible for creating a world-class customer experience for all customers. The Budtender will promote a positive, customer service-oriented, and compliant work ...

The Part Time Budtender is responsible for creating a world-class customer experience for all customers. The Budtender will promote a positive, customer service-oriented, and compliant work ...

The Budtender provides exceptional service to all customers and patients through product education and recommendations. The budtender is responsible for promoting a work environment that is positive ...

The Full Time Budtender is responsible for creating a world-class customer experience for all customers. The Budtender will promote a positive, customer service-oriented, and compliant work ...

Budtender Part Time

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.29/hr

The Budtender is responsible for creating a world-class customer experience for all customers. The Budtender will promote a positive, customer service-oriented, and compliant work environment. This ...

The Budtender provides exceptional service to all customers and patients through product education and recommendations. The budtender is responsible for promoting a work environment that is positive ...

Budtender PT

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.29/hr

The Budtender provides exceptional service to all customers and patients through product education and recommendations. The budtender is responsible for promoting a work environment that is positive ...

The Budtender provides exceptional service to all customers and patients through product education and recommendations. The budtender is responsible for promoting a work environment that is positive ...

Budtender PT

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$18/hr

The Budtender is responsible for creating a world-class customer experience for all customers. The Budtender will promote a positive, customer service-oriented, and compliant work environment This ...

Budtender

Georgetown, DE · On-site

$15.15/hr

Budtender Reports to: Retail Store Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Retail Location: Georgetown Pay Range: $15.15/hr + Tips Position Summary: The Budtender is responsible for delivering an ...

Budtender

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$15/hr

Budtender (Part-Time) Location: Las Vegas/Moapa Pay Range: $15.00 per hour (Part Time) Position Summary: The Budtender is responsible for delivering an outstanding customer experience while educating ...

Budtender PT Denver, CO Broadway PharmaCann, Inc. owns and operates best-in-class production facilities and retail dispensaries for cannabis-based products. We currently operate in the States of ...

Budtender

Coldwater, MI · On-site

$15/hr

Description Budtender Northeast Alternatives is a growing, award-winning, seed-to-table cannabis retail brand specializing in the highest quality cannabis products Massachusetts, Michigan and New ...

The Budtender is responsible for creating a world-class customer experience for all customers. The Budtender will promote a positive, customer service-oriented, and compliant work environment This ...

The Budtender provides exceptional service to all customers and patients through product education and recommendations. The budtender is responsible for promoting a work environment that is positive ...

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How much do budtender jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for budtender in the United States is $14.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.26 and $15.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Budtender, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Budtender, you need knowledge of cannabis products, strong customer service skills, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, state compliance software, and product inventory tools is important. Excellent interpersonal communication, attention to detail, and a friendly, approachable demeanor help build customer trust and ensure compliance. These skills are crucial for delivering a positive retail experience, maintaining legal standards, and supporting business operations in a regulated industry.

What is the difference between Budtender vs Dispensary Associate?

AspectBudtenderDispensary Associate
CredentialsKnowledge of cannabis products, customer service skillsBasic retail skills, customer service
Work EnvironmentDispensaries, retail cannabis storesRetail stores, dispensaries
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in cannabis industry, specialized roleRetail industry, broader role
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding role differences, job requirementsSimilar retail roles, entry-level positions

In summary, a Budtender specializes in cannabis products, providing expert advice and customer service in dispensaries. A Dispensary Associate performs broader retail duties, often with less focus on cannabis-specific knowledge. Both roles are essential in retail cannabis environments but differ in expertise and responsibilities.

What are some common challenges Budtenders face when assisting customers, and how can they overcome them?

Budtenders often encounter customers with varying levels of cannabis knowledge, which can make providing accurate recommendations challenging. They also need to stay compliant with complex regulations and ensure proper documentation for every transaction. To overcome these challenges, Budtenders should stay informed about products and local laws through ongoing training, practice excellent communication skills, and maintain patience when educating customers. Building strong product knowledge and fostering a welcoming environment helps both new and experienced customers feel confident in their purchases.

What is a budtender?

A budtender is a knowledgeable staff member who works at a cannabis dispensary, assisting customers in selecting and purchasing cannabis products. They provide information about different strains, methods of consumption, and product effects to help customers make informed choices. Budtenders are also responsible for ensuring compliance with state and local regulations, handling transactions, and maintaining product knowledge. Their expertise and customer service skills are essential in creating a positive dispensary experience.
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Infographic showing various Budtender job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 45% Full Time, 45% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,745 per year, or $14.8 per hour.
Budtender PT

Budtender PT

PharmaCann

Chicago, IL • On-site

$18/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago


PharmaCann rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

23rd of 29 rated cannabis dispensaries


Job description

PharmaCann, Inc. owns and operates best-in-class production facilities and retail dispensaries for cannabis-based products. We currently operate in the States of Illinois, New York, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Colorado and Michigan as a medical and/or adult use cannabis provider to patients and customers. We are looking for energetic, results-driven individuals to join our rapidly growing team and industry.
Job Description
The Budtender is responsible for creating a world-class customer experience for all customers. The Budtender will promote a positive, customer service-oriented, and compliant work environment This position is accountable for executing initiatives that achieve all hospitality goals at the retail PharmaCann location.
The Budtender is responsible for compliance with all policy and procedures and all other operational objectives of the business., as well as executing visual standards and presentation needs to customer requirements, product performance, along with sales and marketing objectives. The Budtender must be passionate about their role and have a strong willingness to help people become educated about cannabis.
Pay is $18/hr
Chicago River North:
• Must be available to work 3-4 days per week
• Must be available to close on Fridays (peak hours)
• Must be available to close on Saturdays (peak hours)
Duties and responsibilities or (Essential Functions)
  • Meet & exceed personal sales volume and KPI goals.
  • Assist in building a great company and business that disrupts the traditional retail model and embrace change.
  • Add value to the team by being an authentic and confident self-leader who strives to execute our world-class hospitality program.
  • Drive repeat business through strong local networking and customer data capture, patient confidence inspiration, and building of patient loyalty.
  • Maintain up to date knowledge on products and industry knowledge, including cannabis laws and regulation.
  • Proactively answer customer questions and ensure knowledge of products and usage.
  • Execute high customer experience standards, to include a world-class culture and industry-leading customer engagement through strong sales techniques and product knowledge.
  • Accountable for accurately utilizing PharmaCann's Point of Sale system.
  • Execute customer transactions with high attention to detail and ensure accuracy in register transactions.
  • Execute PharmaCann's dispensary protocols including safety protocols.
  • Complies with all security, safety, and legal requirements.
  • Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling expectations including weekend, evening, and holiday schedules.
  • Maintain a clean and organized point of sale area.
  • This role is required to assist and/or perform other duties as assigned, as well as in other functions of the operation, including but not limited to: call center, inventory, outreach, security, delivery acceptance, delivery, and visual merchandising.
  • Dependent upon the state and/or location, this position may be required to hold a current driver's license and maintain a good driving record.
  • Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community.
  • Embodies the culture, values, and tenets of PharmaCann and full support of our purpose, goal, and key objectives.

Qualifications
  • Minimum 21 years of age (or as required by state regulations)
  • A minimum of a High School diploma is required.
  • Minimum 2 years' experience with customer service in a fast-paced retail environment
  • Strong analytical skills to assess data, facts, and figures
  • Intermediate-level math skills
  • Proven expertise and experience to accurately manage a register
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to solve and resolve problems in a calm, professional, and courteous manner.
  • Strong computer-based skills
  • Dynamic interpersonal and communication skills
  • Business-minded personality
  • A highly self-motivated and ethical individual
  • Valid driver's license and ability to successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Record background check (state specific)

Starting pay is $18/hr
Working conditions
  • Requires weekend/holidays altering rotation
  • Requires overtime according to business needs
  • Must remove all jewelry, including rings, brooches, watches, pins, earrings, necklaces and visible piercings. In addition, false nails, nail polish, false eyelashes and any other object that may possibly contaminate food is not allowed in the processing/production areas
  • Requires work in varying temperature-controlled environments

Physical requirements
Standing, walking, bending, working with hands/arms at an extended horizontally or above head position for long periods and lifting up to 50 pounds, lifting/carrying product totes, pushing carts, moving and making adjustments to process equipment.
Notice: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

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