
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $14.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Training and Development
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule
Job Description
Product Connections, a division of Acosta Group, is a premier marketing agency specializing in retail, marketing, and foodservice initiatives designed to connect consumers with brands effectively and efficiently across multiple channels. Acosta Group is renowned for its innovative and comprehensive approach to shopper marketing, experiential marketing, digital and traditional retail events, and sponsorship activation. With a talented workforce of over 10,000 experts and a corporate team of more than 150 employees, Acosta Group delivers tailored brand solutions that engage customers at the right time and place throughout their shopping journey. The company prides itself on a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative culture that fosters professional growth, innovation, and meaningful impact. Acosta Group is committed to equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, ensuring a respectful and accessible workplace environment.
The role within Product Connections focuses on preparing juices and specialty food products for purchase, aimed at enhancing customer experiences through quality preparation and engaging product demonstrations. This position is integral to supporting retail marketing events and promotions by ensuring all specialty offerings meet company standards and safety protocols. The responsibilities include setting up and maintaining necessary areas for specialty food products, adhering strictly to safety procedures including the proper use of machinery and equipment, and following all compliance guidelines related to food handling, production, and packaging. The team member will also be responsible for accurate reporting, event schedule monitoring, and communication with supervisors and colleagues. This role demands a commitment to quality and safety, participation in required training sessions, and active contribution to event setup, cleanup, and kitchen duties.
Ideal candidates will have previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations, or related roles within the food, beverage, or restaurant industries. This includes the ability to safely prepare juices and other specialty products, conduct engaging demonstrations, and comply with state and local food safety certifications. Physical stamina and the ability to handle equipment and heavy merchandise are essential, as the role requires frequent lifting, standing for extended periods, and maneuvering wheeled machines. The work environment includes retail store conditions with exposure to varying temperatures and moderate to high noise levels. Candidates should possess effective communication skills in English, with bilingual skills considered an asset depending on business needs.
This position offers an opportunity for growth within a dynamic and innovative marketing environment where your contributions directly support brand success and customer satisfaction. Joining Product Connections means becoming part of a team that values creativity, professional development, and collaboration. The Acosta Group utilizes E-Verify to validate employment eligibility and complies with all applicable laws governing workplace accommodations and rights. Salary ranges for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. If you seek a challenging yet rewarding career in marketing with a stable and inclusive employer, this role provides a pathway to advance your skills and impact in the industry.
The role within Product Connections focuses on preparing juices and specialty food products for purchase, aimed at enhancing customer experiences through quality preparation and engaging product demonstrations. This position is integral to supporting retail marketing events and promotions by ensuring all specialty offerings meet company standards and safety protocols. The responsibilities include setting up and maintaining necessary areas for specialty food products, adhering strictly to safety procedures including the proper use of machinery and equipment, and following all compliance guidelines related to food handling, production, and packaging. The team member will also be responsible for accurate reporting, event schedule monitoring, and communication with supervisors and colleagues. This role demands a commitment to quality and safety, participation in required training sessions, and active contribution to event setup, cleanup, and kitchen duties.
Ideal candidates will have previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations, or related roles within the food, beverage, or restaurant industries. This includes the ability to safely prepare juices and other specialty products, conduct engaging demonstrations, and comply with state and local food safety certifications. Physical stamina and the ability to handle equipment and heavy merchandise are essential, as the role requires frequent lifting, standing for extended periods, and maneuvering wheeled machines. The work environment includes retail store conditions with exposure to varying temperatures and moderate to high noise levels. Candidates should possess effective communication skills in English, with bilingual skills considered an asset depending on business needs.
This position offers an opportunity for growth within a dynamic and innovative marketing environment where your contributions directly support brand success and customer satisfaction. Joining Product Connections means becoming part of a team that values creativity, professional development, and collaboration. The Acosta Group utilizes E-Verify to validate employment eligibility and complies with all applicable laws governing workplace accommodations and rights. Salary ranges for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. If you seek a challenging yet rewarding career in marketing with a stable and inclusive employer, this role provides a pathway to advance your skills and impact in the industry.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations or food service preferred
- Valid state or local food safety certification or license
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to operate machinery safely
- Ability to work varied hours including weekends and holidays
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and safety protocols
- Willingness to attend required training sessions
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability to work in cold and hot environments
- Ability to climb and work on a 6' step stool when necessary
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 demonstrations and sampling events of other products as needed
- 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
- Ability to work in environments with exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions and hot equipment
- Effective communication skills 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 (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 Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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