Budtender, Sales Associate (Full Time)

Internal Job Title: Team Member, Host, and Product Specialist (Retail)

Location: 292 Atlantic Avenue, Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, NY

Job Type: Full-Time, Including Some Weekends

Salary: $20 - $22 + tips

Yerba Buena: A Culture That Feels Good:

Yerba Buena is not just a licensed cannabis dispensary—it’s a destination and a welcoming environment. We believe in elevating the cannabis retail experience through unparalleled hospitality, and personalized service. Whether a guest is new to cannabis or a seasoned connoisseur, we’re here to create a warm, welcoming, and memorable experience that leaves them feeling informed, valued, and excited to return.

At Yerba Buena, we create a workplace where everyone belongs, thrives, and grows. We honor diverse perspectives, foster teamwork, and support our employees with flexibility and opportunities for personal and professional development. When you join Yerba Buena, you become part of a mission-driven team dedicated to doing good, feeling good, and making a positive impact every day.

Job Description:

Yerba Buena is seeking a hospitality-focused Budtender to join our vibrant team. As a Budtender, you’ll be a host, guide, and product expert, ensuring every guest interaction is engaging, informative, and enjoyable. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests and your team, we’d love to meet you!

Responsibilities:

• Welcome Guests: Greet customers warmly and create a friendly, inviting atmosphere.
• Provide Recommendations: Ask thoughtful questions to understand guests’ preferences and offer tailored product suggestions.
• Educate on Products: Share easy-to-understand information about strains, consumption methods, and effects (training provided).
• Maintain Professionalism: Present a polished appearance and positive attitude that reflects our commitment to hospitality.
• Process Transactions: Complete sales efficiently and accurately, ensuring guests leave with everything they need.
• Follow Regulations: Adhere to New York State cannabis laws and Yerba Buena’s internal policies.
• Organize the Store: Keep shelves stocked, displays appealing, and the store clean and organized.
• Support the Team: Help with inventory, restocking, and assisting teammates as needed.
• Build Customer Relationships: Create a positive experience that encourages repeat visits and long-term loyalty.
• Stay Informed: Keep up with new products and industry trends through regular training.
• Keep Growing: Alway try to improve yourself and your work

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Previous experience in retail, hospitality, customer service, or the cannabis industry preferred.
• Passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a warm, approachable personality.
• Comfortable educating guests on cannabis products, their effects and benefits (training provided). Strong knowledge of cannabis products and their effects preferred, and a willingness to learn more is essential
• Dependable, team-oriented, and solution-focused.
• Ability to handle cash and operate a POS system with precision.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
An attention to detail so good, you read this bullet and will mention you read it to our team.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Repetitive bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting and carrying. Reaching above, at and below shoulder level.
• Lifting and carrying unassisted up to 30 lbs. of bulk goods.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: We value your expertise and hard work, reflected in a pay rate above industry standards.
• Room for Growth: Clear opportunities for advancement to management and leadership roles.
• Training and Development: Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing education in cannabis products, compliance, and hospitality.
• Flexibility: Dynamic scheduling options to balance work and personal commitments.
• Supportive Environment: Join a team-oriented workplace that values your ideas and contributions.

Yerba Buena is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.