About the role
Love cannabis and love people? Turn that passion into a career. Swade is looking for budtenders at our dispensary in Smithville, MO. As a Budtender (Product Specialist), you’ll be the face of Swade—guiding customers to the right products, sharing your cannabis knowledge, and delivering the kind of experience that turns first-time visitors into regulars.
Why You’ll Love Working at Swade * Benefits that actually have your back. We cover 100% of your individual premiums for health, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance—so more of your paycheck stays yours. * Grow with a Missouri cannabis leader. BeLeaf Medical is one of the state’s leading vertically integrated cannabis companies. As we grow, so do your opportunities to advance. * Learn from the best. Ongoing paid training on cannabis products, effects, and sales so you become a true expert customers trust. * Real work-life balance. 12 days of PTO, 10 paid holidays plus 3 floating holidays, paid parental leave, and a generous employee discount.
About Swade & BeLeaf Medical BeLeaf Medical is one of Missouri’s leading, vertically integrated cannabis companies—home to Swade Dispensaries and Sinse Cannabis. With years of experience and a commitment to quality and consistency, we grow, package, and deliver the best cannabis flower and manufactured/infused products in Missouri, meeting the high standards of discerning customers who appreciate cannabis in all its forms.
What You’ll Do * Deliver an outstanding, welcoming experience for every customer who walks through our doors. * Consult with customers on their needs—asking thoughtful questions, listening carefully, and recommending the right products, strains, and formats. * Share expert product knowledge on cannabis flower, edibles, concentrates, and infused products. * Process sales transactions quickly and accurately, and keep your assigned cash register balanced. * Protect customer privacy and maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality at all times. * Use our seed-to-sale software and follow individual purchase limits and all state and local regulations. * Participate in ongoing training on cannabis concepts, sales techniques, and new products. * Perform opening and closing duties, attend daily pre-shift meetings, and help with inventory as needed. * Keep the dispensary and your work area clean, organized, and on-brand. * Communicate regularly with the General Manager and Supervisors, and be an ambassador for Swade at all times.
What You Bring * Must be at least 21 years of age. * Ability to obtain a Missouri Agent ID. * High school diploma or equivalent. * Experience in high-volume retail, customer service, or sales. * Prior dispensary or cannabis industry experience is a big plus—but a great attitude and willingness to learn matter most. * Genuine passion for cannabis and for helping people.
Physical Requirements * Able to sit or stand for long periods (4+ hours). * Able to bend, squat, and reach overhead. * Able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
Pay & Benefits * Pay: $16.50–$17.00 per hour. * Insurance: Health, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life—individual employee premiums covered 100% by the company. * Dependent premiums are covered at 50% * Retirement: 401(k) with company matching. * Time off: 12 days of paid time off, 10 paid holidays, and 3 floating holidays. * Family: Paid parental leave. * Perks: Generous employee discount.
Ready to Apply? If you’re 21+, love cannabis, and want to build a career with one of Missouri’s top dispensaries, we want to meet you. Apply today to join the team at Swade Smithville.