Budtender/Retail Sales- Ellicott City

CULTA is currently looking for our next Budtender to join our Dispensary team in Ellicott City, MD! As a Budtender you'll be responsible verifying patients and caregivers in the Commission electronic verification system, checking in customers, arranging and packaging orders, receiving payments, and operating/inputting information into the point-of-sale system. You will also maintain accurate records of transactions and patient data while responding to inquiries from patients, caregivers, and customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Verify patients and caregivers in the electronic verification system and Metrc.
• Arrange and package orders.
• Receive payments.
• Operate and input sales into the point-of-sale system.
• Maintain accurate records of transactions, patient data, including identification and registration documents.
• Respond to product inquiries and provide accurate information regarding cannabis products.
• Follow the Hazard Communication policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all CULTA standard operating procedures.
• Adhere to CULTA's employee sanitation policies and procedures.
• Inspect all incoming cannabis product.
• Ensure cannabis products received meet all specifications of identity, strength, quality and purity, and meets all rules set forth by the Commission.
• Adhere to all procedures, which may impact the identity, strength, quality and purity of cannabis products or protecting any containers or packaging from contamination.
• Follow and adhere to full compliance with the dispensing operations policies and procedures.
• Perform sale transactions.
• Collect sales tax on all taxable products sold in the Facility.
• Follow system of internal controls for cash handling and accounting functions.
• Follow cash security measures.
• If the point of sale system is not functional for any reason that all transactions are properly recorded manually and entered into the system as soon as it is available, if allowed by the Commission.
• Help conduct physical inventory counts.
• Report any verifiable incident of a dispensing error, diversion, theft, loss, or unauthorized destruction of cannabis product immediately to a manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Thorough understanding of state and local medical cannabis laws and ability to comprehend complex legislation and apply implications.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Familiar with Office 365 and ability to learn and apply new software programs.
• Ability to solve problems effectively.
• Comfortable lifting 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, challenging environment.
• Effective time-management and ability to multi-task and quickly adapt to change.
• Be able to stand for extended periods of time and perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, standing, and twisting.
• Must be able to work onsite.
• Must be 21 or older.

CULTA's Benefits:

• Generous Paid time off (PTO) including 6 paid holidays per year
• Medical Insurance which includes prescription drug coverage (for full time employees)
• Dental Insurance (for full time employees)
• Vision Insurance (for full time employees)
• Health Saving Accounts (HSA) (for full time employees)
• Company paid Short-Term Disability (for full time employees)
• 401k with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee referral program
• Product discounts for qualifying employees
• Casual dress code and a culture to brag about
• Training and career advancement. In 2021, 1/3 of our staff was offered promotions!

CULTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We embrace diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities within our building and our community. We strive to develop a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skill sets. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and believe that diverse teams translate to diverse ideas and company growth. YOU, as an individual, matter!

**All positions require the ability to pass background check and drug test as required by Maryland law. Must be 21 years or older to apply**