Budtender

Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Full Time – Immediately Hiring – Responsive Employer

Flower Shak, a Cannabis Retailer focused on providing the very best customer experience in a super relaxed environment, has immediate openings for an experienced Budtender. At Flower Shak , our Budtenders are the face of the dispensary. Budtenders are responsible for providing exceptional customer service, product education, and ensuring compliance with all New York State cannabis regulations. This role requires professionalism, discretion, and a strong understanding of cannabis products and their effects to guide customers responsibly.

As a Budtender for Flower Shak, you will enjoy great benefits including:

• Hourly wage commensurate with experience ($18.00 - $22.00 per hour).
• Employee discounts and product education opportunities.
• Personal time off.
• Fun and amazing work environment.
• Opportunities for advancement into management.

As a Budtender for Flower Shak, you will be:

• Greeting and engaging customers, providing an educational and welcoming experience.
• Assisting customers in selecting products based on their needs, preferences, and tolerance.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of all cannabis products, including flower, edibles, concentrates, tinctures, and topicals.
• Accurately processing sales transactions using the dispensary’s POS and tracking systems.
• Verifying customer identification and medical/recreational eligibility in accordance with New York State cannabis laws.
• Maintaining cleanliness, organization, and inventory accuracy in the retail space.
• Ensuring product display compliance and assist with inventory restocking and merchandising as needed.
• Supporting store operations by following cash-handling, security, and reporting procedures.
• Upholding strict confidentiality and professionalism when discussing cannabis usage or customer information.
• Assisting with opening and closing duties as assigned by management.

For the position of Budtender for Flower Shak, we are looking for someone with the following qualifications and skills:

• Minimum 21 years of age (per NY State law).
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of retail, hospitality, or customer service experience; cannabis industry experience preferred.
• Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Must have a love of learning product information and be enthusiastic about the cannabis industry.
• Basic math and computer skills; familiarity with POS systems preferred.
• Knowledge of New York State cannabis laws and compliance requirements strongly preferred.
• Ability to stand for long periods and handle a fast-paced environment.
• Must be available Monday – Sunday during our locations operating hours.
• Employment contingent upon compliance with applicable New York State cannabis regulations.

About Flower Shak

Born and rooted in the heart of Rockaway Beach, Flower Shak is driven by a simple idea: a welcoming space where everyone feels comfortable exploring cannabis. Our owners believe in ‘Let’s talk about it’ — candid, open conversation about products, effects and experience.

From the moment you step in you’ll recognize the tone: Cool Vibes and chill people. We’ve designed our space and our service to feel relaxed and friendly – ideal whether you’re a seasoned user or exploring for the first time.

Flower Shak is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation, and related medical conditions), age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military/veteran status, and any other characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.