Juice Barista Part Time

CROSSMARK; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is hiring for a position in Melrose Park, IL, focusing on preparing juice and specialty products for purchase. Responsibilities include preparing the work area, conducting food demonstrations, and ensuring compliance with safety and food handling guidelines. Ideal candidates should have experience in product marketing or the food industry, and possess applicable food safety certifications. The position requires physical stamina, as it involves lifting heavy items and working in various temperature conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience in Product Marketing, Product Demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry preferred.
• Applicable state and local food safety certification or license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specialized food products properly for purchase.
• Conduct food sampling and demonstrations for customers.
• Follow safety guidelines when using kitchen equipment.

Skills

Ability to prepare juice or specialty products safely

Ability to conduct product demonstrations and sampling

Education

Previous experience in Product Marketing or food industry

Job description

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) 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. Follow general set‑up and teardown guidelines.

Qualifications

Education and 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, and Registrations

Applicable state and local food safety certification or license.

Physical Demands

• Ability to continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day.
• Ability to push a wheeled machine (with weight ranges 50-600 lbs.) to/from the sales floor.
• Preparation of foods using produce, machinery and sharp utensils.
• Standing for extended periods of time each day.
• Work varied hours throughout the day as required.
• Climbing with use of a 6’ step stool when necessary.
• Visual ability to read instructions to ensure safety and food safety compliance.
• Ability to 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]. Include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.