Budtender (Oakridge)

This is your opportunity to embrace a culture that reflects a sense of pride and ownership in work. Our Co-operative demonstrates mutual respect for the team & our members and shows care towards the community. We care for our employees and create strong teams in collaborative environments.

The Budtender is responsible to ensure customer service is provided through maintaining a safe and efficient operation while adhering to Company policies, procedures and standards. This position reports directly to the Cannabis Supervisor, and the main responsibilities include;

• Provides customer service and maintains positive customer relations through the proper handling of customer questions, comments, requests and complaints. Effectively works in a diverse team environment in a proficient and friendly manner.

• Performs all aspects of Budtender functions including but not limited to; stocking, building displays and facing in an efficient and organized manner. Ensures display presentation and proper stock levels are maintained with respect to inventory on hand.

• Handles merchandise ensuring quality, minimizing damages and markdowns. Provides substitutions as directed and ensures price integrity including price changes.

• Performs general cleanup duties such as cleaning spills, display fixtures and washrooms to ensure a neat and organized location. Responsible for keeping the sales floor and back stock area clean of cardboard and debris including the disposal of garbage.

• Performs duties following established Occupational Health and Safety, and Environmental regulations and policies to ensure the health and safety of all Employees and customers. Promotes the prevention of robbery and violence in the workplace.

• Responsible for all aspects of verifying product and quantities, once it has been received including, reviewing / verifying invoices, returns, transfers, claims and ensures proper storage of products

• Assists in organizing and conducting inventory.

• Operates the checkouts and cash handling in an efficient manner.

• Adheres to all rules and regulations as set out for the Cannabis industry.

What skills and abilities will you need to be considered?

• Must be 18 years of age

• Grade 10 or acceptable combination of education and experience

• Must be recognized by the AGLC as a Qualified Cannabis Worker (QCW)

• Related retail experience, including the provision of customer service

• Cash handling or cashier experience.

• Basic Cannabis knowledge including accessories

What skills and abilities will set you apart from others?

Benefits & Perks

Calgary Co-op has excellent opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility, personal growth, and challenge. We offer competitive wages, extended health benefits for full-time and part-time employees, paid vacations, 5% employee discount (cashback) on all purchases, a recognition program, social committee events and employee & family assistance plan. As well as numerous training and development programs.

About Calgary Co-op

Calgary Co-op has been proudly serving the community since 1956, when it opened its first store with local farmers and ranchers to provide fresh, farm-to-table foods. Headquartered in Calgary and owned by over 456,000 members, it’s one of North America’s largest retail co-operatives, with 3,530 employees, $757 million in assets, and $1.3 billion in annual sales. We operate food centres, pharmacies, gas stations, car washes, home health care centres, wine, spirits and beer stores, and cannabis stores across Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, High River, Okotoks, and Strathmore. We also own Community Natural Foods, Willow Park Wines & Spirits and Beacon Pharmacy. Committed to sourcing locally whenever possible, from Calgary, Alberta, and Western Canada, the organization helps connect consumers with the producers behind their food. Calgary Co-op continues to expand its local offerings while focusing on quality and community support, earning recognition by the Canadian Grocer’s 2024 Impact Awards for our commitment to sustainability & supporting employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

• Must be 18 years of age

• Must be recognized by the AGLC as a Qualified Cannabis Worker (QCW)
• Grade 10 or an acceptable combination of education and experience
• Retail experience

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Cash handling or cashier experience.
• Basic Cannabis knowledge including accessories

*** Employee’s must successfully complete and maintain the following courses:
• Cashier-training program (within probation or class trial)
• Occupational Health and Safety courses, as required.