Part-Time Sales Associate

Cloud9 Cannabis is seeking part-time Sales Associates for our dispensary in East Peoria, IL. In addition to joining an incredible team, our team members will also enjoy tips, an hourly rate starting at $16 per hour, and weekly discounted samples that are valued up to $300! We also offer an employee discount of 30%. Our Sales Associates are responsible for providing exceptional customer service and developing rapport with patients, vendors, service providers, and staff. They effectively communicate cannabis knowledge to customers and team members, recommend products, and help select the proper medicine to meet individual needs. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a start‑up cannabis organization that will continue to grow throughout Illinois. The candidate must be motivated, positive, and eager to assist our dispensary through startup operations. Responsibilities and Duties Provide exceptional customer service in accordance with Cloud9 standards. Develop and maintain rapport with patients, vendors, service providers, and staff. Ensure patients’ concerns and questions are solved/answered promptly and efficiently, and communicate patients’ requests and problems to management when needed. Recommend, select, and help locate the proper medicine for patients depending on their individual needs. Communicate the effects of different types of cannabis to patients clearly and effectively. Ensure strict controls to protect the organization’s assets at the direction of management. Assist in processing and replenishing merchandise, and monitoring floor inventory levels, as well as participating in inventory counts. Frequently maintain dispensary cleanliness (e.g., dusting, glass cleaning, vacuuming, sweeping, and sanitization). Maintain a positive work environment conducive to trust and respect. Maintain strict confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA guidelines. Perform other related work as required. Successful candidates will have: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Customer service mindset where the needs of the customer/patient take precedent. Ability to think critically and solve problems without direction. High level of integrity. Exhibit a very high sense of urgency, be well‑organized, possess a great attitude, be a team player, and can build strong working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders. Accuracy and compliance. Fully embody the Cloud9 Cannabis culture. Team player that excels at connecting the dots. Flexible and agile; can remain calm despite many efforts running simultaneously. Eager to learn about a brand‑new industry that is still being developed. Demonstrates strong collaborative skills and builds trust and good working relationships with colleagues and across functions. Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment where flexibility, reliability and resourcefulness are key competencies needed for success. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED preferred, or equivalent years of experience. Retail, cash handling and Point of Sale (POS) experience preferred but not required. Prior experience in the cannabis industry preferred but not required. Must be 21 years of age or older. Must be able to work weekends and some holidays. Ability to pass all required background checks as it pertains to Illinois cannabis laws. Lucky Lincoln Gaming, Cloud9 Cannabis, Take Flight Hospitality, Midwest Real Estate, Aviator Coffee and Cocktails, and Pilot Pizza all provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We are committed to an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr