Product Demonstrator Part Time

Job Title

The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations.

Responsibilities

Possesses the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented. Has desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a positive manner. Effectively communicate the features and benefits of the product. Ability to prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers and knives. Maintain a clean, sterile and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals. Maintains a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job. Properly sets up and prepares Event Table for execution. Achieves 100% execution on assigned work. Assists with preparation for client visits and completes audit corrections. Build and maintains rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives. Completes expense reports as per Company Policy. Accurately prepares and submits all on-line requirements on the same day as Event execution. Ability to access the internet, navigate through company's electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and capability to view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word & Adobe PDF forms.

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months' related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficient in ability to use and navigate on a personal computer or personal mobile device using applications and internal systems. Local Food handlers permit may be required.

Physical Demands

The associate will be regularly required to: Stand and walk of the shift; Use hands and fingers to handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms (including conducting tasks overhead up to 65 inches); Talk and hear; Have visual ability to read instructions and perform events; Stoop; Kneel; Squat; Climb or step up ladder; Balance; Lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds); Push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden with appliances, supplies and product; Prepare foods and beverages using the required appliances, such as cooking utensils, knives, convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, microwaves; Be in contact with cleaning supplies.

Work Environment

Retail store environment to limited travel.

Language Skills

English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Product Connections is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry's most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey. Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations.