Dispensary Budtender

Position : Full-Time Budtender 
Pay: $17.00/hour + tips
8-Hour Shifts | Weekends & Holidays Required

Hiring Timeline: We anticipate filling this position in mid-August 2026 as we prepare for the next phase of our Somerville transition. We encourage interested candidates to apply early, as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

About the Role

At Embr Dispensary, our Budtenders are more than retail associates—they are cannabis educators and brand ambassadors. As the face of our dispensary, you'll create a welcoming environment while helping customers confidently navigate our carefully curated selection of premium cannabis products.

If you enjoy connecting with people, learning about cannabis, and delivering exceptional customer service, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Provide exceptional customer service in a welcoming, professional, and inclusive environment.
• Educate customers on cannabis products, consumption methods, potency, effects, and responsible use.
• Make personalized product recommendations based on customer needs and preferences.
• Process transactions accurately while following cash handling and point-of-sale (POS) procedures.
• Verify customer identification and ensure compliance with all Massachusetts cannabis regulations.
• Assist with inventory replenishment, merchandising, and maintaining an organized sales floor.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting retail environment.
• Stay current on new products, industry trends, and product knowledge through ongoing training.
• Support team members and contribute to a positive, collaborative workplace.
• Adhere to all company policies, security procedures, and state and local cannabis regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older .
• Valid Massachusetts Driver's License or Massachusetts State ID required.
• Ability to pass a CORI background check .
• Minimum of 2 years of customer service experience preferred.
• Previous cannabis retail, dispensary, or retail sales experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable handling cash and operating POS systems.
• Passion for cannabis and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates are encouraged to apply.

Schedule

• Open availability required.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule including:
  • Days
  • Evenings
  • Weekends
  • Holidays

We believe in scheduling fairly while balancing business needs and employee availability.

What Makes You Successful

• You genuinely enjoy helping people.
• You thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.
• You're dependable, adaptable, and eager to learn.
• You communicate professionally with customers and teammates.
• You value compliance, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• You're passionate about creating exceptional customer experiences.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Embr Dispensary is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.