A breakwater is a formation that protects the shore from the forces of the ocean. In the same way that a physical breakwater protects the shore, at Breakwater we strive to protect our patients by providing them with consistent, high-quality products in a safe environment. Our motto "A Safe Harbor" represents our philosophy and we hope our patients and employees can feel it when they visit. We grow, produce, and dispense the highest quality cannabis and cannabis products in the New Jersey Medical Marijuana Program. We are seeking kind, compassionate, and people-focused budtenders to help us deliver an enlightening, supportive, and engaging experience to our patients. A budtender at Breakwater should be outgoing, patient, and motivated to create a safe and healing environment for patients with varying levels of cannabis knowledge (from novice user to connoisseur). The right person for this role is someone who can show great aptitude for learning about cannabis, strong attention to detail, and is public-spirited. This role entails gaining and maintaining a deep knowledge of Breakwater's products, listening to and communicating with patients about their symptoms and needs, working at a fast pace while being accurate in handling cash, and operating in compliance with the New Jersey Medical Marijuana Program rules and regulations.

Responsibilities:

Create a welcoming and comfortable experience for new and existing Breakwater patients Maintain a deep knowledge of Breakwater's products and their therapeutic benefits Be able to communicate product knowledge to patients and schedule consultations as needed Handle cash and complete transactions with accuracy Verify and submit patient's prescription information accurately Clearly communicate and answer questions for patients Maintain patient profiles with up to date information Assist patients with completing their paperwork Maintain a clean and stocked workstation Clean and maintain high-touch areas of the dispensary such as work stations, wheelchairs, and counter spaces Work well with others in a fast-paced environment Engage in continuous education and training

Requirements:

Enthusiasm and a passion for cannabis! Customer service experience in high-volume, fast-paced environments Cash handling experience Passion for working with people and excellent communications skills Ability to learn and retain detailed product knowledge and operational steps Flexible schedule and willingness to work weekends Self-motivated, able to work without direct supervision Familiarity with the medical cannabis industry is a plus High level of attention to detail Ability to stand and/or sit for long periods of time Ability to lift up to 25 lbs Strong hand-eye coordination Proficiency with computers A valid Driver's license and reliable transportation Ability to clear a state-conducted background check No felony convictions Must be 21 years of age or older

General Information:

Job Title:

Dispensary Employee (aka Budtender)

Location:

Roselle Park, NJ Employee Type:

Full-Time & Part-Time Job Category:

Retail, Customer Service, Patient Care Industry:

Alternative Medicine, Cannabis, Dispensary Manage Others:

No