Phat Panda is hiring: Budtender/Delivery Driver in La Mesa

Overview

Now Hiring : Hybrid Budtender & Delivery Driver (Full-Time) – La Mesa, CA Pay : $17 / hr + Tips | $0.70 / mile Reimbursement | Health, Dental, Vision, PTO Do you have a passion for cannabis and a reliable ride?

Responsibilities

• In-Store (Budtending): Greet customers and provide personalized product recommendations; maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked retail space; accurately process transactions and follow compliance procedures; stay up to date on cannabis products, promotions, and industry trends.
• On the Road (Delivery Driving): Use your personal vehicle to deliver orders safely and professionally; verify orders, handle transactions, and collect customer signatures; ensure compliance with all delivery protocols and regulations; track mileage and communicate effectively with dispatch.
• Schedule: 3–5 shifts / week (5–8 hours each), between 6:30 AM – 9:30 PM; must be available weekends, holidays, mornings, and evenings. Shifts include a combination of in-store and delivery duties.

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

• Cannabis knowledge required (strains, consumption methods, compliance).
• Budtending experience preferred, especially in a licensed dispensary.
• Must be 21+ with a valid California ID.
• 2+ years of customer service; 1+ year of retail or delivery experience.
• Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Reliable personal vehicle with proof of insurance.
• Smartphone with GPS capabilities.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand or drive for long periods.
• Must pass a LiveScan background check.
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus.

Benefits

• $17 / hr plus tips
• $0.70 / mile reimbursement for all delivery mileage
• Full benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off
• Professional and team-oriented environment
• Great opportunity to grow within the cannabis industry

How to Apply

Submit a detailed resume (highlight any dispensary or delivery experience). No phone calls, please — we’ll contact you if selected for an interview. Bring your cannabis expertise and your wheels — and help EMBR deliver premium cannabis experiences across La Mesa.