Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.75 - $18.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Career advancement opportunities
inclusive work environment
Job Description
Product Connections is a subsidiary of the Acosta Group, a leading full-service marketing agency known for its innovative and effective retail, marketing, and foodservice strategies. The Acosta Group stands out in the industry with over 10,000 field experts and more than 150 corporate employees, who collectively redefine how brands engage with consumers across varied shopping journeys. The company’s core mission revolves around creating brand solutions that deliver products to the right audience at the right time, successfully guiding consumers through the conversion funnel. Product Connections plays a vital role as part of this larger ecosystem by specializing in experiential marketing,... Show More
Job Requirements
- 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
- 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
- Ability to work varied hours throughout the day as required
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time each day
- Ability to climb with use of a 6' step stool when necessary
- 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 information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
- Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
- Ability to communicate information and ideas orally and in writing so others will understand
- Ability to 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
- 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 effectively with customers and team members
- Ability to read and comprehend materials accompanying product demonstrations
- Ability to complete required certifications and attend training sessions
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the work environment
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 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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