In-Store Demo Pro (Part-Time)

Acosta, Inc.; Glen Allen (VA); Hybrid; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Product Connections, part of Acosta Group, seeks an in-store associate to complete food and non-food demonstrations in retail settings. You will learn products, prepare, serve, and break down demonstrations, while maintaining a professional appearance.

This part-time role involves engaging shoppers, highlighting features, and ensuring clean, safe stations. You may use small appliances and will work up to 25 hours weekly, with travel as needed.

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: Stand and walk for the shift; use hands to handle or feel; reach overhead; lift and carry up to 25 pounds (up to 50 pounds occasionally).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Product Connections, part of Acosta Group, seeks an in-store associate to complete food and non-food demonstrations in retail settings. You will learn products, prepare, serve, and break down demonstrations, while maintaining a professional appearance.

This part-time role involves engaging shoppers, highlighting features, and ensuring clean, safe stations. You may use small appliances and will work up to 25 hours weekly, with travel as needed.