Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $18.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and development programs
supportive work environment
Job Description
Product Connections is a part of Acosta Group, a leading collective of the most trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies in the industry. Acosta Group reimagines the way people connect with brands at every stage of their shopping journey, offering comprehensive marketing solutions that bridge traditional and digital channels. 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. The company is dedicated to delivering brand solutions that connect products with the right consumers at the right times, effectively guiding them through the conversion funnel to... Show More
Job Requirements
- Ability to continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day
- ability to push a wheeled machine weighing 50-600 lbs to and from sales floor
- preparation of foods using produce, machinery and sharp utensils
- standing for extended periods
- work varied hours
- climbing with use of a 6' step stool when necessary
- visual ability to read instructions for safety and compliance
- ability to work in cold, refrigerated conditions and with hot equipment
- ability to sit, stand, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate computer peripherals
- listen to and understand spoken information
- read and understand written information
- communicate effectively orally and in writing
- identify and understand speech of others and interact 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, 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 online requirements
- regularly check product event schedule and email for updates and instructions
- complete certifications and attend special training sessions as required
- follow safety and compliance guidelines for machine operation, cleaning and maintenance
- maintain a clean, sterile and safe work area
- assist other teammates with event set-up or clean-up and kitchen duties when needed
- conduct food sampling and demonstrations, follow general set-up and teardown guidelines
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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