Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.00 - $16.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Career growth opportunities
Employee Discounts
Job Description
Product Connections is a pivotal part of Acosta Group, a leading full-service marketing agency renowned for its innovative approach to connecting products with consumers. Acosta Group stands as a collective of some of the most trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies. The company specializes in delivering exceptional brand solutions through digital and traditional retail events, demos, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. With a workforce of over 10,000 experts in the field and more than 150 corporate employees, Acosta Group embodies a diverse range of talents that continually redefine what it means to be a marketing agency.
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Job Requirements
- Education or experience in product marketing, foodservice or related industry
- Applicable state and local food safety certification or license
- Ability to continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day
- Ability to push wheeled machines weighing between 50 to 600 lbs to and from sales floor
- Ability to prepare foods using machinery and sharp utensils
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to work varied hours as required
- Ability to climb using a 6' step stool when necessary
- Visual ability to read instructions to ensure safety and food safety compliance
- Ability to work in refrigerated and hot environments
- Ability to sit, stand, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate computer peripherals
- Ability to listen and understand spoken and written information
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to interact with customers and understand their speech
Job Qualifications
- Previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry preferred
- Ability to safely and effectively prepare juice or other specialty products for purchase
- Ability to conduct demonstration and sampling events of other products as needed
- Applicable state and local food safety certification or license
- Strong communication skills including ability to read and understand instructions and communicate orally and in writing
- Ability to work in environments with exposure to cold and hot equipment
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and pushing heavy machinery
- Capacity to stand for extended periods
- Basic computer skills for reporting and communication
Job Duties
- Properly set up and prepare the area for specialized food products
- Fully read materials that accompany product demonstrations to understand program scope, instructions, production requirements and program compliance
- Follow all safety requirements when using equipment such as hot machinery or sharp blades
- Practice proper lifting techniques when working with boxes or heavy merchandise
- Adhere to all required tasks and procedures related to safe food handling, preparation, production, packaging, labeling, merchandising and disposal
- Accurately complete all reporting requirements including on-line requirements as needed
- Regularly check the product event schedule and email for upcoming activities, corporate news updates, and supervisor requests
- Complete certifications and attend special training sessions as required
- Follow safety and compliance guidelines for appropriate machine operation, cleaning and maintenance
- Maintain a clean, sterile and safe work area using proper cleaning chemicals and equipment
- Assist other teammates with event set-up or clean-up and/or with kitchen duties when needed
- Conduct food sampling and demonstrations in support of the needs of business
- Follow general set-up and teardown guidelines
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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