Position Overview: This position is responsible for preparing juice and other specialty products for purchase.
Responsibilities
- 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, such as 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 online reports, as required.
- Regularly check the product event schedule and email for upcoming activities, corporate news updates, event changes, instructions, and supervisor requests.
- Complete certifications and attend special training sessions as required.
- Follow safety and compliance guidelines for machine operation, cleaning, and maintenance.
- Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe work area using proper cleaning chemicals and equipment.
- Assist teammates with event set‑up or clean‑up and/or kitchen duties when needed.
- Conduct food sampling and demonstrations in support of business needs.
Qualifications
Education/Experience: Preferred previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations, or the food, beverage, or restaurant industry.
- 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.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Applicable state and local food safety certification or license.
Physical Demands
- Continue to lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day.
- Push a wheeled machine weighing between 50-600 lbs to or from the sales floor.
- Prepare foods using produce, machinery, and sharp utensils.
- Stand for extended periods of time each day.
- Work varied hours throughout the day as required.
- Climb using a 6’ step stool when necessary.
- Read instructions to ensure safety and food safety compliance.
- Work in environments with exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions, and hot equipment.
- Operate a computer keyboard, mouse, or other peripherals using hands and fingers.
- Listen to and understand information presented verbally.
- Read and understand written information.
- Communicate information orally and in writing.
- Identify and understand the speech of another person and interact with customers.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Work Environment
Retail store environment with regular interaction with co‑workers, management team members, and customers. Moderate to high noise levels associated with a retail warehouse environment. Exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions, food products, and cleaning chemicals.
Language Skills
English is the primary language skill; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
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Job Details
Job Category: Retail
Position Type: Part time
Business Unit: Marketing
Salary Range: $15.00 - $16.00
Company: Crossmark Inc.
Req ID: 28152
Employer Description: USPRDCTCONNECTNEMPDESC