Receptionist - Washington, D.C.

Location:

Washington, D.C. Pay Range: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

(Starting pay is based on experience and qualifications. JARS Cannabis complies with the D.C. Wage Transparency Act and does not inquire about salary history.)

Ready to elevate your career path to a new all-time high? JARS Cannabis is more than just your average cannabis brand and retailer. We are a culturally inspired organization on a mission to rewrite the existing narratives that surround cannabis, one community at a time. We seek to empower the future leaders of our industry while creating an inclusive workplace environment fueled by celebrating the intersection of cannabis with creativity, community, and collaboration.

We are looking for a friendly, tech-savvy, and organized Receptionist to be the first point of contact for our customers. You are the "face" of JARS, responsible for checking in new and existing guests per ABCA (Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration) requirements, creating patient/customer profiles, and ensuring every guest feels welcome from the moment they walk in.

• Compliance Check-In:
  Verify legal age requirements, register new guests in the POS system, and scan returning customers while maintaining strict D.C. regulatory compliance.
• Allotment Tracking:
  Monitor customer purchasing limits through the POS system during the check-in process.
• Guest
  
  Experience:
  
  Welcome guests with an upbeat demeanor, answer phones professionally, and provide information on products, daily specials, and loyalty programs.
• Store Support:
  Assist with online order processing, communicate with bud tenders regarding order updates, and maintain the cleanliness of the reception area.
• Administrative:
  Support store management with administrative tasks and ensure all digital/paper menus are current.
• Regulatory Adherence:
  Adhere at all times to all applicable District laws, ABCA regulations, and company security protocols.

• Age:
  Must be 21 years of age or older (Statutory requirement).
• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience:
  
  1 year of retail/hospitality customer service AND 1 year of administrative or front-desk experience.
• Compliance:
  Must be eligible to obtain a D.C. Medical Cannabis Employee Registration, which requires a Certificate of Clean Hands (confirming no debt over $1,000 to the District).
• Skills:
  
  Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Healthcare:
  Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full-time employees).
  
  Note:
  
  A full description of healthcare benefits will be provided to all applicants prior to the first interview.
• Retirement: 401(k) Plan.
• Leave:
  Paid Sick and Safe Leave (per D.C. Accrued Sick and Safe Leave Act).
• Perks:
  Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discount, and Internal Growth Opportunities.

• Cannabis Protections:
  Per D.C. Law, JARS Cannabis does not discriminate against applicants based on their off-duty use of cannabis or status as a medical cannabis patient. We do not test for THC metabolites as a condition of employment for this role.
• Fair Chance Act: JARS does not inquire about criminal history on initial applications. Background checks are only conducted after a conditional offer of employment has been made, in compliance with the D.C. Fair Chance Act.
• Equal Opportunity: JARS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrates diversity in our "Inclusive" culture.

Salary: $18 - $20 per hour