Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $17.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan
Training and Development
Employee Discounts
collaborative work environment
Job Description
Product Connections operates as a specialized division within Acosta Group, one of the leading retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies in the industry. Acosta Group embraces a comprehensive approach, bringing together over 10,000 experts and more than 150 corporate employees to redefine marketing efforts and shopper engagement across multiple channels. Their collaborative and inclusive culture nurtures innovation and professional growth, making it an ideal workplace for creative and driven individuals. At Product Connections, the focus centers around connecting brands to their target consumers through a blend of digital and traditional retail events, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. The... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in product marketing, demonstrations or food and beverage industry preferred
- Applicable state and local food safety certification or license
- Ability to safely prepare juice and specialty products
- Ability to conduct product demonstrations and sampling
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. multiple times a day
- Ability to push wheeled equipment weighing 50-600 lbs. to/from sales floor
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to use a step stool for climbing
- Ability to work varied hours
- Ability to read and understand food safety instructions
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including handling hot equipment and sharp utensils
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 lift a minimum of 50 lbs. several times per day
- Ability to work varied hours throughout the day as required
- Effective communication skills to interact with customers and coworkers
- Ability to read and understand safety and food compliance instructions
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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