Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $16.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Employee Discounts
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
Product Connections is an integral part of the Acosta Group, a well-established collective of leading retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies. Known for reimagining how consumers connect to brands throughout their shopping journey, the Acosta Group commands over 10,000 professionals and more than 150 corporate employees, positioning itself as a full-service marketing powerhouse. This agency specializes in a wide array of services including digital and traditional retail events and demonstrations, experiential marketing campaigns, sponsorship activations, and omnichannel shopper marketing strategies. Their mission centers on delivering tailored brand solutions that effectively engage target audiences at optimal moments, thereby accelerating consumer conversion and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Education or experience in product marketing, food service or restaurant industry preferred
- Ability to safely and effectively prepare juice and specialty products
- Ability to conduct product demonstrations and sampling events
- State and local food safety certification or license required
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. several times per day
- Ability to push wheeled machines weighing 50-600 lbs. to and from sales floor
- Experience with preparation of foods using produce, machinery, and sharp utensils
- Capability to stand for extended periods
- Willingness to work varied hours throughout the day
- Ability to climb using a 6' step stool
- Visual ability to read safety and food compliance instructions
- Capacity to work in cold, refrigerated, and hot environments
- Good communication skills in English
- Ability to interact well with customers
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 (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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