Budtender
About the job
- A high school degree or equivalent is required.
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to actively learn about available cannabis products are required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to navigate point-of-sale systems are required.
- Flexible and open availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is required.
- The ability to successfully pass an annual background check is required.
- The ability to obtain approval for an agent registration card from the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection is required.
- The ability to move about the dispensary and operate various types of equipment and computer systems, including a point-of-sale system, is required.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers and coworkers are required.
- The ability to stand for extended periods and work in a high-traffic retail environment is required.
- Enter patient and order information into the point-of-sale system, process payments, and finalize patient orders.
- Perform inventory and cash reconciliation procedures.
- Perform new patient consultations as needed.
- Prepare, dispense, distribute, and administer cannabis-based products under the direct supervision of the Dispensary General Manager.
- Maintain compliance with Adult Use Marijuana Program rules and regulations and company policies and procedures.
- Perform related duties assigned by the supervisor.
- Interface with managers across departments to ensure the smooth operation of the dispensary.
- Stay informed about state and local laws, regulations, and cannabis industry news.
- Fulfill orders behind the retail counter and issue pre-packaged purchased products to customers.
- Greet customers, assist customers, and maintain a clean workspace in the retail store.
- Prior budtender experience is preferred.
About the company
Eastbound Collective partners with women, veterans, and other underrepresented groups to enter and grow in the cannabis industry by providing education, resources, and opportunities that lower barriers to entry. Its Higher Collective retail concept operates adult-use cannabis stores that prioritize customer service, a welcoming atmosphere, and safe, inclusive experiences. Each Higher Collective location tells a unique story developed with a social equity partner, linking the shop to real community outcomes. The company differentiates itself by centering social equity and collaboration with equity partners, not just selling products. Its goal is to move the cannabis industry toward greater inclusion and opportunity for those historically excluded.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$1.2M
Headquarters
Hartford, Connecticut
Founded
2023
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Higher Collective opened Torrington on June 8, 2026, expanding Litchfield County coverage.
- Brix Remix launched in June 2026, widening distribution through Higher Collective shelves.
- Connecticut's October 1, 2026 tax shift and concentrate cap removal boost basket sizes.
What critics are saying
- Connecticut's November 1, 2026 social-equity control rules threaten Eastbound's partnership structure.
- A single-state footprint leaves Eastbound exposed to Connecticut pricing and licensing shocks.
- Bigger operators can copy its value pricing and overwhelm local loyalty quickly.
What makes Eastbound Collective unique
- Eastbound Collective pairs Higher Collective retail with Brix cultivation across Connecticut.
- Its stores target social-equity partners, not generic adult-use storefronts.
- Five Connecticut dispensaries give it statewide reach in a fragmented market.
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Benefits
- Flexible Work Hours