In-Store Demo & Food Sampling Specialist

Acosta, Inc.; Seekonk (MA); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Product Connections, part of Acosta Group, is seeking a part-time Associate to conduct in-store food and non-food demonstrations, learn products, and interact with consumers in a professional, engaging manner. You will set up event tables, prepare samples, and help ensure flawless execution at each client site.

The role emphasizes strong communication, ability to follow company guidelines, and a professional appearance.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months' related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in ability to use and navigate on a personal computer or personal mobile device using applications and internal systems.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Local Food handlers permit may be required.
• Physical Demands: The associate will be regularly required to: Stand and walk of the shift; Use hands and fingers to handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms (including conducting tasks overhead up to 65 inches); Talk and hear; Have visual ability to read instructions and perform events; Stoop; Kneel; Squat; Climb or step up ladder; Balance; Lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds); Push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden with appliances, supplies and product; Prepare foods and beverages using the required appliances, such as cooking utensils, knives, convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, microwaves; Be in contact with cleaning supplies.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
• Work Environment: Retail store environment to limited travel.
• Physical Appearance: Individuals must ensure a professional appearance and proper grooming is in order. The associate must present a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance. Specific Retailer Dress code requirements are included in the training documents.
• Language Skills: English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Responsibilities

• Possesses the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
• Has desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a positive manner.
• Effectively communicate the features and benefits of the product.
• Ability to prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers and knives.
• Maintain a clean, sterile and safe work station using cleaning chemicals.
• Maintains a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
• Properly sets up and prepares Event Table for execution.
• Achieves 100% execution on assigned work.
• Assists with preparation for client visits and completes audit corrections.
• Builds and maintains rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives.
• Completes expense reports as per Company Policy.
• Accurately prepares and submits all on-line requirements on the same day as Event execution.
• Ability to access the internet, navigate through company’s electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and capability to view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word & Adobe PDF forms.

Job description

Product Connections, part of Acosta Group, is seeking a part-time Associate to conduct in-store food and non-food demonstrations, learn products, and interact with consumers in a professional, engaging manner. You will set up event tables, prepare samples, and help ensure flawless execution at each client site.

The role emphasizes strong communication, ability to follow company guidelines, and a professional appearance.