Juice Barista Part Time

Product Connections is part of Acosta Group, a leading full-service marketing agency specializing in retail and shopper marketing. Acosta Group is known for connecting brands with consumers through innovative digital and traditional retail events, experiential marketing, sponsorship activations, and omnichannel shopper marketing solutions. With a network of over 10,000 experts and more than 150 corporate employees, the company fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture focused on career growth, collaboration, and innovation. Product Connections specifically focuses on product demonstrations and event activations, helping bridge the gap between brands and consumers in retail environments.

The role of the Product Demonstrator is pivotal to the success of these marketing efforts. This position involves preparing juice and other specialty products for purchase, setting up and maintaining a safe and visually appealing demonstration area, and adhering strictly to food safety and operational protocols. The employee must read and understand all materials accompanying product demonstrations to ensure compliance with program scopes and production requirements. This job demands strict adherence to safety guidelines, especially when using potentially hazardous equipment such as hot machinery and sharp blades. The Product Demonstrator must also practice proper lifting techniques when handling boxes or heavy merchandise, as the role requires regular physical activity.

Responsibilities include the preparation, production, packaging, labelling, merchandising, and disposal of food items following all safety and hygiene guidelines. Accurate completion of reporting requirements, including online submissions, is essential. The individual must regularly monitor schedules and communications for updates to events or corporate instructions. Certification completion and training participation are mandatory to comply with state and local food safety regulations as well as internal standards.

Physical demands of the job include the ability to lift weights up to 50 lbs repeatedly, push heavy wheeled machines weighing between 50-600 lbs, stand for extended periods, work in varied environments including cold and hot conditions, and safely use sharp utensils and machinery. The workplace is a retail store with interaction among co-workers, management, and customers amid moderate to high noise levels. English language proficiency is required, with bilingual abilities considered a plus depending on business necessity.

As an equal opportunity employer, Acosta Group provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. The company values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Salary ranges for this role are considered competitive and reasonable at the time of posting. Through its use of E-Verify, the company ensures all employees have the legal right to work in the United States.

Joining Product Connections as a Product Demonstrator offers a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative marketing agency that prioritizes brand connection, employee development, and community impact. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about food safety, customer engagement, and delivering high-quality product experiences that effectively move consumers through the purchasing journey.