Cannabis jobs at Higher Grounds

Higher Grounds operates a world-class medical cannabis dispensary and coffee shop in Portland, Maine--but we’re more than just a business. We are a safe space, a plant oasis, and a community built around educating both our staff and customers about how they can reimagine their relationship with cannabis. We’re a founding member of the Maine Craft Cannabis Association and advocate for our patients and the Maine cannabis community every day to defend Maine’s small businesses and our incredible cannabis ecosystem. Our coffee program is an integral part of our identity and brings plant synergies for our customers as well as helping to spread the good word about Maine with thousands of visitors to Portland every year. Join our team as a Budtender, bring your passion for cannabis (and coffee too!) and see where your journey can take you. We train on the job, and are willing to cross-train for the right candidate. Job begins at part-time but could transition to full-time.

Responsibilities:

· Providing the highest level of service to all customers/patients
· Dispensing cannabis while demonstrating an advanced understanding of product
· Educating customers/patients on all menu items, cannabis products, and non-cannabis products
· Responding to orders, questions, concerns, and complaints in a polite and efficient manner
· Supporting barista front-of-house when necessary and not assigned to other duties
· Utilizing the Point of Sales (POS) System to check-in and transact with customers/patients
· Supporting accurate inventory management of Federally regulated substance
· Accurately handling payments while following cash-handling procedures
· Ensuring compliance in relevant health, safety, and regulatory standards
· Cleaning and restocking
· Anticipating the needs of coworkers and customers
· Maintaining and following assigned work schedule
· Other duties as assigned by management

Requirements:

· 2+ years in retail; higher education or cannabis industry experience preferred, but not mandatory
· Availability to work around peak hours, including nights, mornings, weekends, and occasional holidays
· Ability to work a flexible schedule based on needs of the business
· Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
· Ability to stand long hours, up to an 8-hour shift
· Ability to solve unexpected problems quickly and under pressure
· Strong software and computer skills
· High-energy, enthusiasm and the willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done
· A passion for cannabis, coffee, and cultivating community
· At least 21 years of age
· No felony convictions, or any offenses related to violence; ability to pass a comprehensive background check

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends
• Weekend availability

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JOB DESCRIPTION: ASSISTANT SALES MANAGER

Higher Grounds is a crossroads between cannabis, coffee, and community activism. As the founding member of the Maine Craft Cannabis Association, our shop is more than just a business. Our staff at every level must be passionate about the plant and about our mission of improving people's everyday lives through plants. We're looking for a candidate who can step into a sales leadership role for our unique footprint, grow the business, and help to grow the movement. This position has the potential to transition to a full management position based on performance.

Position Overview

Higher Grounds’ Assistant Sales Manager is a vital member of the management team, with responsibility for sales targets, marketing activities, merchandising, and customer experience. The Assistant Sales Manager will assist in planning, budgeting, and reporting for retail and delivery operations. Sustained success and performance in this position could lead to promotion to a full Manager position. Passionate applicants only!

Position Responsibilities

· Assist in developing and meeting sales targets, staff performance targets, and expense budgets

· Assist in developing and executing marketing campaigns

· Assist in growing delivery operations

· Assist in developing and executing strategic initiatives as assigned

· Provide all customers with excellent customer service and conflict resolution

· Maintain effective retail merchandising

· Execute administrative and basic bookkeeping duties

· Prepare relevant reports on store and staff performance

· Manage vendor relationships

· Assist with training of new sales staff

· Ensure a safe, clean, welcoming, and efficient store environment for staff and for customers

· Perform other duties or projects as assigned by General Manager

Position Qualifications

· Minimum four (4) years of retail experience, emphasis on sales

· Minimum two (2) years of management experience in a retail setting

· Minimum 21 years of age

· Must be able to pass a federal background check

· Availability to work peak hours, including some evenings, early mornings, weekends, and some holidays

· Strong software and computer skills, including MS Word, MS Excel, POS systems, et al

· Strong organizational skills

· Familiarity with both retail cannabis and coffee markets and products

· High energy, enthusiasm, and dedication to the success of Higher Grounds’ mission and goals

· Must be a self-starter and highly-organized

· Ability to repeatedly lift a minimum of twenty (20) pounds throughout shifts

· Must be willing to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) with the Company

Higher Grounds is an equal opportunity employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• No nights
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Extra sanitation, customers required to wear masks, curbside contactless ordering available, all beverage orders curbside only, physical barrier between barista and customers, ongoing adaptive response to state, local, and national COVID-19 numbers.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Portland, ME 04101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Customer service: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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