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Juice Barista Part Time

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $14.50
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and development programs
supportive work environment

Job Description

Product Connections is a distinguished division of Acosta Group, one of the industry's most trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies dedicated to enhancing how consumers engage with brands throughout their shopping journey. As a full-service marketing agency, Product Connections excels in orchestrating digital and traditional retail events and demos, experiential marketing campaigns, sponsorship activations, and omnichannel shopper marketing strategies. With a collective team of over 10,000 field experts and more than 150 corporate employees, the company brings a wealth of talent and experience that redefines the marketing agency landscape. Product Connections fosters a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive workplace culture where employees are encouraged to innovate, grow professionally, and elevate their careers. The company’s mission is to deliver powerful brand solutions that effectively connect products with the right target audiences at the perfect moment, guiding consumers along the conversion funnel and driving measurable business results.

This position involves the preparation of juice and other specialty products for purchase, ensuring that each item meets quality and safety standards. The role requires a meticulous approach to setting up and maintaining the food preparation area, following safety protocols when using diverse equipment, including hot machinery and sharp blades. This job is critical in managing food demonstration events, completing necessary reporting, and maintaining clean, sterile work environments that comply with food safety regulations. Candidates will play an instrumental role in supporting promotional events through food sampling and product demonstrations, thereby directly impacting brand exposure and shopper engagement. The ideal candidate will be capable of lifting and moving substantial weights, operating specialized machinery, and working varied hours in a retail store environment. Product Connections offers a dynamic work setting with regular interaction among coworkers, management, and customers, requiring excellent communication skills and the ability to work under moderate to high noise levels while adhering strictly to safety and compliance guidelines. This is a great opportunity for individuals passionate about food preparation and customer interaction within a leading marketing agency niche, providing avenues for growth, training, and certification in the food and beverage marketing domain. Acosta Group, welcoming diverse applicants and providing reasonable accommodations, stands as an equal opportunity employer aiming to empower its workforce and maintain an ethical, inclusive workplace environment.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in product marketing or food preparation preferred
  • Applicable state and local food safety certification or license required
  • Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. continuously several times per day
  • Ability to push wheeled machinery weighing between 50-600 lbs. to/from the sales floor
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to work varied hours throughout the day
  • Ability to safely operate sharp utensils and machinery
  • Ability to climb using a 6' step stool when necessary
  • Visual ability to read instructions for safety and compliance
  • Ability to work in environments exposed to cold, refrigerated conditions and hot equipment
  • Effective oral and written communication skills in English
  • Bilingual skills may be required based on business need

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

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

No experience required


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