
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.00 - $17.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
supportive work environment
Job Description
Product Connections is a part of Acosta Group, a leading collective of trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies that revolutionize the way brands connect with consumers throughout their shopping journey. As a full-service marketing agency, Product Connections specializes in digital and traditional retail events and demonstrations, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. Boasting over 10,000 experts and more than 150 corporate employees, Acosta Group supports a diverse array of talents and experiences, creating an environment that nurtures creativity, professional growth, and career advancement. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered to innovate and make a tangible impact.
This role involves preparing juice and other specialty products for sale and participating in product demonstrations to support business needs. The position requires setting up and maintaining specialized food product areas, following detailed program instructions to ensure compliance and high-quality standards, and adhering strictly to food safety, sanitation, and equipment operation procedures. Team members will regularly conduct product sampling events, assist with event setups and cleanups, and be responsible for accurate reporting and documentation related to their duties. This position demands physical stamina due to lifting requirements, operation of heavy equipment, and working in various environments such as refrigerated and hot conditions. Candidates will be trained and certified as necessary to ensure full compliance with safety and food handling regulations. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in product marketing, food, beverage, or restaurant industries and possess relevant certifications. This is a demanding yet rewarding role that offers the opportunity to engage with customers directly and contribute to brand visibility and sales success. Employment is offered on a full-time basis, and while salary specifics are not listed, Acosta Group emphasizes competitive and fair compensation practices. The work environment is primarily in retail settings with moderate to high noise levels, requiring excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
This role involves preparing juice and other specialty products for sale and participating in product demonstrations to support business needs. The position requires setting up and maintaining specialized food product areas, following detailed program instructions to ensure compliance and high-quality standards, and adhering strictly to food safety, sanitation, and equipment operation procedures. Team members will regularly conduct product sampling events, assist with event setups and cleanups, and be responsible for accurate reporting and documentation related to their duties. This position demands physical stamina due to lifting requirements, operation of heavy equipment, and working in various environments such as refrigerated and hot conditions. Candidates will be trained and certified as necessary to ensure full compliance with safety and food handling regulations. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in product marketing, food, beverage, or restaurant industries and possess relevant certifications. This is a demanding yet rewarding role that offers the opportunity to engage with customers directly and contribute to brand visibility and sales success. Employment is offered on a full-time basis, and while salary specifics are not listed, Acosta Group emphasizes competitive and fair compensation practices. The work environment is primarily in retail settings with moderate to high noise levels, requiring excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
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 required
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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