Dispensary Associate-FT (East Coasting)

Ascend Wellness Holdings•Eatontown, NJ

About The Position

New store opening in Eatontown, New Jersey!!! (coming early 2026) East Coasting is looking to hire Full-Time Dispensary Associates! Our workforce will reflect the diversity of the City. We are looking to build a world class team that will shape the future of cannabis by hiring hard-working, passionate people with exceptional customer service skills. Are you someone who is personable, adapt in a fast-paced atmosphere and has a team player mentality? Would you like to advance your retail career with a company that values both its employees and the community? If so, please read on! We offer great perks , including flexible schedules, 2 weeks of paid time off (PTO) for Full-Time staff and swag . If this sounds like the right retail opportunity with a cannabis dispensary for you, APPLY TODAY! JOB SUMMARY The Dispensary Associate is responsible for guiding customers through the cannabis purchasing experience, making informed recommendations based on customer's desired outcomes, provide informed and accurate descriptions of our products, and operate with a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment. The Full Time Dispensary Associate works 30-40 hours per week. "Must have flexibility to work weekdays (AM/PM) and weekends. This location is under a labor union which means wages, hours, and working conditions are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Retail experience preferred, cannabis retail experience a plus
Exceptional customer service skills
Knowledge of basic computer skills
Cannabis point of sale (POS) software a plus
Positive attitude, team player and strong work ethic
Willing to build understanding of applicable state and local laws and regulations as they pertain to the industry, personnel law, safety regulations, local municipal codes and organizational rules, regulations, directives, and standard operating procedures
Must be and remain compliant with any and all regulatory requirements for working in the cannabis industry
Must have excellent organization and time management skills
Must be focused, pay close attention to detail
Must be able to internalize training and follow instructions
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively

Nice To Haves

Retail experience preferred, cannabis retail experience a plus
Cannabis point of sale (POS) software a plus

Responsibilities

Deliver best-in-class customer experience while maintaining operational integrity and compliance throughout the store
Guide customers through sales transactions while offering advice and knowledge as needed or requested
Ensure the sales floor is stocked, displays and menus are up-to-date and accurate, and the store is well maintained
Fulfill and pack customer orders and move completed orders from fulfillment areas to the sales floor for pick up
Promote a work environment that is positive, customer-service oriented, and compliant with established policies and procedure
Continuously develop product knowledge to offer customers the most up-to-date information and advice
Respond to customer inquiries in store, online, and over the phone
Accurately use and maintain the point of sale (POS) system in person and over the phone
Accurate cash handling, customer cart management, and ringing of customer transactions
Accurate and timely data entry of customer
Strive to achieve team and individual performance goals
Verify proper paperwork, documentation, and required identification for customers
Execute inventory, visual merchandising, marketing, customer service, or other in-store operations as directed by Store Leadership
Report any observed inconsistencies or hazards to Store Leadership
Maintain a clean, organized, safe and inviting store environment
Complete store opening and closing checklists