Juice Barista Part Time

CROSSMARK; Evergreen Park (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is looking for a part-time position in Evergreen Park, IL, responsible for preparing juice and specialty products. The role includes setting up areas for food demonstrations and following safety guidelines. Previous experience in food or product marketing is preferred. Candidates should have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and possess applicable food safety certifications. Join a retail environment with moderate to high noise and potential exposure to food products and cleaning materials.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and move heavy items, up to 50 lbs, multiple times a day.
• Applicable state and local food safety certification or license is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare juice and other specialty products for purchase.
• Conduct food sampling and demonstrations for customers.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas using proper cleaning chemicals.

Skills

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

Education

Previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry

Job description

Role Overview

The 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) and 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 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 and 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.

Skills:

• 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

• 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 presented aloud.
• Read and understand written information.
• Communicate information orally and in writing.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person and interact with customers.

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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equal Employment 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] and include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject line of your email.

Job Details

Job Category: Retail

Position Type: Part time

Business Unit: Marketing

Salary Range: $15.00 - $16.00

Company: Crossmark Inc.

Req ID: 27686