Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $19.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
Product Connections is a leading marketing agency that operates as a part of the Acosta Group, one of the most trusted names in retail, marketing, and foodservice industries. Acosta Group is known for its innovative approach in connecting brands with consumers effectively at every stage of their shopping journey. Product Connections specializes in creating memorable digital and traditional retail events, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing strategies. With a collective of over 10,000 experts in the field and more than 150 corporate employees, the agency stands out for redefining what it means to be a marketing agency by... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in product marketing, demonstrations, or food and beverage industry preferred
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day
- Ability to push wheeled machines weighing between 50-600 lbs
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to work varied hours throughout the day as required
- Ability to climb using a 6' step stool when necessary
- Ability to read and understand written instructions
- Ability to communicate effectively in English
- Ability to work in cold, refrigerated, and hot environments
- Food safety certification or license as required by state and local laws
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
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 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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