Dispensary Floor Lead

Pay: $19.00/hour Schedule: Full-time (weekend availability 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.

The Retail Floor Lead is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the sales floor while delivering an exceptional customer experience. This role serves as a working leader who coaches and mentors the budtending team, assists with daily operations, and helps ensure compliance with all Massachusetts cannabis regulations and company policies.

Successful candidates are passionate about cannabis education, customer service, team development, and operational excellence. The Retail Floor Lead works closely with store leadership to maintain a compliant, organized, and welcoming retail environment.

• Support the Manager on Duty with opening and closing procedures, including cash drawer accountability.
• Assist with opening and closing the dispensary.
• Coach, mentor, and train Bud tenders on customer service standards, compliance, and company procedures.
• Coordinate team breaks and facilitate communication between shifts.
• Support management with daily operations and special projects.
• Help resolve customer concerns, price corrections, and sales floor issues professionally.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and fully stocked sales floor.
• Ensure merchandising and product displays remain visually appealing and compliant.
• Participate in store meetings, training sessions, and periodic deep cleaning projects.

• Welcome every guest with professionalism and enthusiasm.
• Deliver exceptional customer service throughout each transaction.
• Educate customers on cannabis products, consumption methods, and current promotions.
• Develop strong product knowledge to provide personalized recommendations.
• Ensure every customer receives your full attention during their visit.
• Promote a positive and inclusive shopping environment.

• Maintain compliance with all Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission regulations, local ordinances, and company policies.
• Follow strict cash-handling and point-of-sale procedures.
• Assist with inventory counts, product restocking, and inventory accuracy.
• Notify Inventory or Management when product levels are low.
• Maintain access-controlled inventory areas in accordance with company procedures.
• Help prevent product diversion through accurate inventory and cash controls.

• Keep POS stations clean, stocked, and ready for business.
• Complete assigned cleaning and side work during slower periods.
• Maintain professional appearance and adhere to company dress code.
• Keep personal belongings off the sales floor.
• Stay informed on cannabis products, industry trends, and current promotions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Minimum 2 years of customer service experience
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Valid government-issued identification
• Ability to successfully complete all required Massachusetts background checks
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment
• Basic math and cash-handling proficiency

• Previous dispensary or cannabis retail experience
• Budtending experience
• Knowledge of cannabis flower, concentrates, edibles, vaporizers, and accessories
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

The position regularly requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk for up to 8 hours per shift
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds safely
• Bend, squat, kneel, twist, and reach overhead
• Move inventory and merchandise throughout the store
• Perform routine cleaning and store maintenance, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, and maintaining employee and customer areas

We're looking for leaders who:

• Lead by example
• Thrive in a team-oriented environment
• Enjoy educating customers about cannabis
• Take pride in compliance and operational excellence
• Remain calm and professional under pressure
• Are dependable, organized, and solution-oriented
• Are passionate about creating exceptional customer experiences

Phat Panda is 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, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.