Lead Budtender

Location: Burnsville, MN

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Job Posted:
Jul 21, 2026
Company:
Vireo Health

Company & Role Overview

Summary

Vireo Health

Lead Budtender

Cannabis Patient Centers/Dispensaries - Burnsville, MN - Full Time

Who we are:

What the role is about:

What impact you'll make:

  • Participates in helping develop policies and process related to regulations, products, systems, and dispensary operations
  • Helps promote and support company best practices across all dispensary locations.
  • Identifies and trains preceptors at the dispensary to help facilitate consistent training across all locations.
  • Facilitates necessary changes in customer-facing communication in partnership with the GM, Retail Operations Manager and the Marketing team
  • Trains newly hired Budtenders on dispensary policies, procedures, and the use of cannabis-based products.
  • Records notes when requested in any team meeting and can lead and conduct meetings when requested.
  • Assists with developing and implementing streamlined communication to all dispensary staff.
  • Plays an active role in developing and sustaining customer education and support initiatives.
  • Helps enforce and support all Budtender staff on processes and procedures, including cleaning and sanitation standards.
  • Represents the bartender as a Green Goods Role Model displaying the company core values.
  • Participates in company initiatives to achieve set goals and performance indicators; contributes to team success by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Assists with the incoming orders, shipments, and deliveries of supplies.
  • Serve as a solution-focused leader by identifying opportunities to improve company goals, directives, and operational performance.
  • Complete other tasks/projects as assigned.
  • Work effectively with leadership to balance responsibilities between Budtender and Lead Budtender duties, including:
  • Serving in a Budtender role while remaining responsible for Lead Budtender duties.
  • Transitioning into a Budtender role when scheduled as a Lead Budtender based on business need.
  • Supporting operational needs at any dispensary location.
  • Required to fill job descriptions set forth as a Budtender.
  • Follows all process and regulations related to dispensing cannabis products to customers.
  • Follows all implanted SOPs .
  • Assists customers with all aspects of preparing, setting up, and finalizing the dispensation process cannabis products in compliance with applicable regulations maintained by the Office of Cannabis Management.
  • Completes dispensary operational requirements by maintaining an organized workflow; verifying preparation and labeling of products, verifying order entries and charges.
  • Flexible availability including but not limited to weekends and evenings.

What you've accomplished:

  • A high school diploma and 1-3 years experience in a retail environment.
  • 1-2 years of direct management experience preferred.
  • Outstanding customer service skills.
  • Proficiency with MS Office required
  • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, to communicate effectively with patients, families, and co-workers.
  • Ability to meet assigned deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Prompt attendance to shifts and responsible time management.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently.
  • A lifelong learner willing to stay on top of the constant changes of the cannabis industry.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adaptable to change.
  • Ability to understand, support, and implement community and organizational policies/procedures, along with government regulations.
  • Ability to accept constructive feedback and grow with position/company.
  • Ability to analyze information and implement quality control.
  • Acts ethically and applies good judgment.

What we offer:

  • Compensation: $26.50/hour plus tips
  • Competitive union benefits offered

Why Choose Vireo?

• A Growing Industry:

• Passionate Culture:

Employee Perks:

• Making an Impact:

EEO Statement

www.vireohealth.com

Company BenefitsBenefits for this job may vary.

401(k) with Company Match, Career Advancement, Dental, Medical, & Vision Benefits, Inclusive Environment, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Time Off to Volunteer, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

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