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
Training and development opportunities
Employee Discounts
collaborative work environment
Job Description
Product Connections is a dynamic division of Acosta Group, one of the industry’s most respected and innovative marketing, retail, and foodservice agencies. Acosta Group is well-known for its expertise in connecting brands with consumers through a blend of digital and traditional retail events, experiential marketing activation, sponsorship initiatives, and omnichannel shopper marketing strategies. With a workforce exceeding 10,000 experts and 150-plus corporate employees, Product Connections fuels a culture of collaboration, inclusiveness, and professional growth, striving to provide impactful marketing solutions that resonate at every point of the consumer journey. This commitment to excellence distinguishes the company as a leader in... 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 weighing 50-600 lbs to/from the sales floor
- Ability to prepare foods using produce, machinery and sharp utensils
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Flexibility to work varied hours throughout the day
- Ability to climb using 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 sit, stand, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and/or other peripherals
- Ability to listen to and understand spoken information
- Ability to read and understand written information
- Ability to communicate information orally and in writing
- Ability to identify and understand speech 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
- Strong communication skills to interact with customers and team members
- Ability to work effectively in a retail environment with exposure to variable temperature conditions
- Ability to follow detailed safety and food handling guidelines
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)
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