Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $16.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee Discounts
Job Description
Product Connections is a dynamic part of Acosta Group, an industry-leading collective of trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies. Acosta Group redefines how brands connect with consumers at every point in their shopping journey, offering innovative solutions that blend digital and traditional retail events, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. With a team of more than 10,000 field experts and over 150 corporate employees, Acosta Group is renowned for fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and professional growth. The company prides itself on supporting employees to think big, develop their skills, and advance their careers in a stimulating... Show More
Job Requirements
- Previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry preferred
- 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 a wheeled machine with weights ranging 50-600 lbs to/from the sales floor
- ability to prepare foods using produce, machinery and sharp utensils
- ability to stand for extended periods of time
- willingness to work varied hours throughout the day
- ability to climb using a 6-foot step stool when necessary
- visual ability to read instructions for safety and food safety compliance
- ability to work in environments with exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions and hot equipment
- ability to sit, stand, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and/or other peripherals
- ability to listen and understand information presented through spoken words
- ability to read and understand information presented in writing
- ability to communicate information orally and in writing
- ability to identify and understand speech and interact with customers
Job Qualifications
- Previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry preferred
- applicable state and local food safety certification or license
- 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
- strong communication skills
- ability to follow written and oral instructions
- ability to work in a retail store environment with interaction with customers and coworkers
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 online requirements as required
- regularly check the product event schedule and email for upcoming activities, corporate news updates, event changes and instructions, 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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