Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.00 - $15.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Training and Development
collaborative work environment
Career growth opportunities
Employee assistance program
Inclusive culture
Job Description
Product Connections is a distinguished part of the Acosta Group, a leading collective of the most trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies dedicated to redefining the way consumers connect with brands throughout their shopping journey. As a full-service marketing agency, Product Connections specializes in digital and traditional retail events and demos, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. The agency's core mission is to deliver tailored brand solutions that effectively reach the right target audience at the right time, ultimately moving consumers down the conversion funnel and enhancing brand engagement. With a skilled workforce of over 10,000 field experts... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations, or relevant food, beverage, or restaurant industry
- 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 wheeled machines weighing 50-600 lbs. to and from the sales floor
- Ability to prepare foods using produce, machinery and sharp utensils
- Ability to stand for extended periods each day
- Ability to work varied hours throughout the day as required
- Ability to climb with a 6-foot 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
- Effective communication skills to listen, understand and convey information orally and in writing
Job Qualifications
- Previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations or in the food, beverage, or restaurant industry preferred
- Applicable state and local food safety certification or license
- 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
- Strong communication skills to interact with customers and coworkers
- Ability to read and understand safety and compliance instructions
- Ability to work varied hours and stand for extended periods
- Basic computer skills for reporting and documentation
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 such as 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 online requirements as required
- Conduct food sampling and demonstrations in support of business needs
- 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 kitchen duties when needed
- Follow safety and compliance guidelines for appropriate machine operation, cleaning and maintenance
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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