
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $20.00 - $21.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Employee Discounts
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Product Connections is a leading part of the Acosta Group, a large collective of retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies known for their innovative approach to connecting brands with consumers across the entire shopping journey. As a dynamic full-service marketing agency, Product Connections specializes in orchestrating digital and traditional retail events and demonstrations, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. Their mission is to provide brand solutions that help products reach the right consumers at the right moment, effectively guiding them through the conversion funnel. With over 10,000 experts in the marketing field and a team of more than 150 corporate employees, Product Connections prides itself on fostering an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative workplace culture. The agency encourages employee growth, skill development, and career advancement, making it an empowering place to work.
The Juice and Specialty Products Preparation Specialist role at Product Connections is an essential position focused on preparing juice and other specialty food and beverage products for purchase and demonstration in retail settings. This role demands a high level of attention to detail and adherence to safety and food handling guidelines to ensure all products are presented in compliance with health and safety standards. The specialist will be responsible for setting up and preparing the designated area for product demonstrations, fully understanding and following all instructions and requirements that accompany product demos, and maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.
Key responsibilities include adhering to proper food preparation techniques, operating equipment safely, following cleaning and maintenance protocols, and assisting teammates in event setup and cleanup. The role also involves conducting food sampling and demonstration events to engage customers and promote products effectively. Attention to detail is critical, including accurately completing all reporting requirements and staying updated with event schedules, corporate news, and supervisor instructions via regular communication.
Candidates for this role should be comfortable with physical demands such as lifting heavy items, pushing equipment, standing for extended periods, and working in varying temperature environments including cold storage and near hot machinery. Additionally, the ability to read and understand safety and preparation instructions and communicate effectively with supervisors and customers is essential. This position requires the completion of state and local food safety certification or licensing, alongside hands-on product demo experience. While no supervisory responsibilities are included, this role requires collaboration and excellent teamwork skills within a retail environment characterized by moderate to high noise levels.
Product Connections promotes an equal opportunity work environment and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. The position offers an opportunity to join a thriving team within a company that values innovation, career growth, and inclusivity. With a focus on bridging the gap between brands and consumers through interactive and engaging in-store marketing experiences, this role is ideal for individuals passionate about product marketing, food and beverage preparation, and customer engagement within a retail setting.
The Juice and Specialty Products Preparation Specialist role at Product Connections is an essential position focused on preparing juice and other specialty food and beverage products for purchase and demonstration in retail settings. This role demands a high level of attention to detail and adherence to safety and food handling guidelines to ensure all products are presented in compliance with health and safety standards. The specialist will be responsible for setting up and preparing the designated area for product demonstrations, fully understanding and following all instructions and requirements that accompany product demos, and maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.
Key responsibilities include adhering to proper food preparation techniques, operating equipment safely, following cleaning and maintenance protocols, and assisting teammates in event setup and cleanup. The role also involves conducting food sampling and demonstration events to engage customers and promote products effectively. Attention to detail is critical, including accurately completing all reporting requirements and staying updated with event schedules, corporate news, and supervisor instructions via regular communication.
Candidates for this role should be comfortable with physical demands such as lifting heavy items, pushing equipment, standing for extended periods, and working in varying temperature environments including cold storage and near hot machinery. Additionally, the ability to read and understand safety and preparation instructions and communicate effectively with supervisors and customers is essential. This position requires the completion of state and local food safety certification or licensing, alongside hands-on product demo experience. While no supervisory responsibilities are included, this role requires collaboration and excellent teamwork skills within a retail environment characterized by moderate to high noise levels.
Product Connections promotes an equal opportunity work environment and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. The position offers an opportunity to join a thriving team within a company that values innovation, career growth, and inclusivity. With a focus on bridging the gap between brands and consumers through interactive and engaging in-store marketing experiences, this role is ideal for individuals passionate about product marketing, food and beverage preparation, and customer engagement within a retail setting.
Job Requirements
- 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 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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