Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $17.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
supportive work environment
Job Description
Product Connections is a prominent segment of Acosta Group, a leading full-service marketing agency recognized for revolutionizing how brands engage with consumers throughout their shopping experience. As part of a collective of some of the industry's most trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies, Product Connections specializes in digital and traditional retail events, product demonstrations, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. The agency’s mission is to provide innovative brand solutions that precisely connect products to the right target audience at the optimal time, effectively guiding consumers through the conversion funnel and driving sales growth. With a team of over... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in food preparation or product demonstration preferred
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day
- Ability to push wheeled machines weighing between 50-600 lbs to and from the sales floor
- Standing for extended periods
- Ability to work varied hours including some evenings or weekends
- Ability to safely handle sharp utensils and hot machinery
- Visual ability to read and follow instructions
- Ability to work in environments with exposure to cold and hot conditions
- Good communication skills in English
- Ability to climb using a 6' step stool when necessary
- Physical stamina and dexterity to perform job tasks
- Willingness to complete required certifications and training
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, understand and convey information clearly
- Ability to work efficiently in a retail store environment with varied tasks and physical demands
Job Duties
- Properly set up and prepare the area for specialized food products
- Fully read materials accompanying 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, and practice proper lifting techniques
- 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 required
- Regularly check the product event schedule and email for updates, event changes, 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 business needs
- Follow general set-up and teardown guidelines
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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