Part Time Budtender for Retail Sales Position – The Pot Shack Saskatoon Ltd.
Location: Yorkton, Saskatchewan
About the job:
Have you always dreamed of being part of the newest legalized industry in Canada?
Have you been wondering how you can break into the Cannabis industry with a company that is a leader
in the industry and has been one of the most influential and successful independent cannabis stores in
the Country? Then it’s meant to be that you are reading this job opportunity today.
We are looking for a talented, experienced, enthusiastic, energetic and motivated individual to join our
team in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. If you are a down-to-earth individual who is looking for a wholesome
and trustworthy atmosphere where we provide curated cannabis to discerning customers, then this
Shack is for you.
Company:
Founded in 2018, The Pot Shack Saskatoon Ltd. was established shortly after legalization and was the
first Recreational Retail Cannabis store to open in Saskatoon. We expanded our location in 2020 to
double-in-size and opened a second Saskatoon location in February of 2021. In the fall of 2021, we
purchased an additional location in Esterhazy, Saskatchewan, followed by building a fourth location in
Yorkton, Saskatchewan in the summer of 2022. We remain committed to providing high-quality, great-
tasting cannabis with one of the largest variety of products, options and price-points you’ll find
anywhere. We proudly carry a broad menu of products which includes several of our own brand and a
few you won’t find available anywhere outside of Saskatchewan.
Job Summary:
Committed to excellent customer service and being part of a motivated team of employees who ensure
and support each other in the organizing, planning and implementing of strategies to have the best
destination cannabis store in town.
Job Type:
Retail Sales. Part-Time. Permanent. 5–7-hour shifts. Approximately 20 hours / week.
Compensation: $15/hr. - $17/hr. with room for wage increases after probation.
Availability: Days, Afternoons, Evenings and Weekends. Rotations and Schedules TBD.
Store Hours: 9 am – 10 pm Monday thru Saturday & 11 am – 8 pm Sundays
Job Qualifications:
Must have reached the age of 19 years.
Must have successfully completed the CannaSell course prior to first day of employment.
Must be able to provide a clean Criminal Record Check.
Must be bondable.
Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Minimum of one year experience in retails sales or hospitality or customer service.
Job Requirements:
Previous experience not required; As a Budtender you will become part of the team of Shack Mates and
have a willingness to learn the Cannabis Industry but are not required to have a lifestyle as a cannabis
user. It would be beneficial to have previous working knowledge of regulations as it pertains to the
selling of cannabis in Saskatchewan, but the CannaSell course will give you a good base to start.
Extensive training will be provided to all staff, regardless of previous experience or knowledge.
*Excellent customer service skills – charismatic, positive attitude & enthusiastic.
*Team player who is passionate about the overall success of the business.
*Self motivated to ensure daily checklists of tasks and responsibilities are completed.
*Able to interact with people in a patient, kind and non-judgemental manner.
*Uphold ethics, code of conduct, confidentiality and demonstrate a high level of discretion.
Benefits:
We offer full extended health & dental benefits to employees who work a minimum of 20 hours/week,
with a 50% company contribution to the premiums, as well as short term and long-term disability
benefits and an Employee Assistance Program. Throughout the year, we offer special employee reward
and recognition benefits as well as the unique perks of being a Shack Mate.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
At the Pot Shack, we are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to maintaining a safe,
and inclusive environment for every person – regardless of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual
orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, neurodivergence or disability status.
Applications:
If this sounds like it could be a perfect fit for you, please submit your resume with a cover letter
introducing yourself and why you’d like to be a part of the Shack Mates team in Yorkton, Saskatchewan.
Email [email protected] and indicate “Yorkton Budtender” in the subject line. A full job description of
responsibilities and requirements will be provided to you during your initial interview.
This position is available now & applications are being reviewed as they are submitted.
Only those who are chosen for an interview will be contacted. We would like to thank all interested
parties for your applications.
Follow Us:
LinkedIn: The Pot Shack
Instagram: the_pot_shack_yorkton
Facebook: The Pot Shack Yorkton
Google: The Pot Shack Yorkton
Website: www.thepotshack.ca
Job Types: Part-time, Casual
Pay: $16.75-$18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Yorkton, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Cannabis Sales Associates: 1 year (preferred)
- Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
