Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $15.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Career Development
Worker's Compensation
Employee assistance program
Retirement Plan
Job Description
Product Connections is a division of the Acosta Group, a leading full-service marketing agency specializing in retail, marketing, and foodservice solutions. Acosta Group is known for its extensive network of over 10,000 experts and a robust corporate team that collectively offers innovative and effective brand marketing strategies. The agency focuses on connecting brands with consumers through a mix of digital and traditional marketing tactics, including retail events, demonstrations, sponsorship activations, and omnichannel shopper marketing. This commitment to excellence and innovation has solidified Acosta Group's reputation as a trusted partner in helping brands drive consumer engagement and conversion at all stages... 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
- Ability to conduct demonstration and sampling events
- 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 with weight ranges 50-600 lbs to/from the sales floor
- Preparation of foods using produce, machinery and sharp utensils
- Standing for extended periods of time each day
- Work varied hours throughout the day as required
- Climbing with use of 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
- Sit, stand, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and/or other peripherals
- Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
- Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
- Communicate information and ideas orally and in writing so others will understand
- Identify and understand the speech of another person 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
- Ability to communicate effectively in English
- Bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity
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 including hot machinery or sharp blades
- 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
- 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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