Juice Barista Part Time

Acosta; El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Acosta is seeking a team member in El Monte, CA, for a role focused on preparing juice and specialty products. Responsibilities include setting up event areas for product demonstrations and adhering to safety regulations while using equipment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in the food or beverage industry and a food safety certification. This position requires the ability to lift heavy items and work in varied conditions, including cold environments.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Product Marketing, Product Demonstrations, or food/beverage industry preferred.
• Applicable state and local food safety certification or license required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare juice and specialty products for purchase.
• Conduct food sampling and demonstrations to support business needs.
• Ensure compliance with food handling and safety requirements.

Skills

Ability to safely prepare juice or specialty products

Ability to conduct demonstrations and sampling

Education

Experience in Product Marketing, Food or Beverage Industry

Job description

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 (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.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: Previous experience in Product Marketing, Product Demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry preferred.

Specific Skills:

• Ability to safely and effectively prepare juice or other specialty products for purchase.
• Ability to conduct demonstration and sampling events of other products as needed.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Applicable state and local food safety certification or license.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, the team member is regularly required to be able to:

• Continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day.
• Push a wheeled machine (with weight ranges 50-600 lbs.) to/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.
• 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.

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; however, bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [e-mail].

Verification

Acosta Group utilizes E‑Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates.

Locations

• El Monte, CA, United States (On‑site)