Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.00 - $17.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Flexible Schedule
collaborative work environment
Job Description
Product Connections, a subdivision of Acosta Group, stands at the forefront of retail, marketing, and foodservice industries. As a full-service marketing agency, Product Connections specializes in digital and traditional retail events and demonstrations, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. With a mission to deliver brand solutions that connect products to the right target audience at the right time, Product Connections effectively influences consumer behavior and drives product conversions. The agency boasts a workforce of over 10,000 field experts and more than 150 corporate employees, united by a culture that fosters support, collaboration, and inclusivity. Employees are encouraged to... Show More
Job Requirements
- 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
- Ability to continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day
- Ability to push a wheeled machine (with weight ranges 50-600 lbs) to/from the sales floor
- Ability to use sharp utensils and machinery safely
- Standing for extended periods of time each day
- Ability to work varied hours throughout the day as required
- Ability to climb with use of a 6' step stool when necessary
- Visual ability to read instructions to ensure safety and food safety compliance
- Ability to work in environments with exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions and hot equipment
- Ability to communicate effectively in English
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
- Ability to continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day
- Ability to push a wheeled machine (with weight ranges 50-600 lbs) to/from the sales floor
- Ability to use sharp utensils and machinery safely
- Standing for extended periods of time each day
- Ability to work varied hours throughout the day as required
- Ability to climb with use of a 6' step stool when necessary
- Visual ability to read instructions to ensure safety and food safety compliance
- Ability to work in environments with exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions and hot equipment
- Ability to communicate effectively in English
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 (e.g. 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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