Juice Barista Part Time

Acosta Sales & Marketing; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 19,286 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Acosta Sales & Marketing in Mooresville, North Carolina, is seeking a part-time individual to prepare juice and specialty products and conduct food demonstrations. Responsibilities include setting up product areas, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining cleanliness. Ideal candidates will have experience in food or beverages and possess necessary food safety certifications. The position offers a salary range of $14.00 – $15.00 per hour and requires lifting up to 50 pounds. Bilingual skills may be beneficial.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Product Marketing or Food Demonstrations preferred.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas effectively.

Responsibilities

• Properly prepare the area for specialized food products.
• Conduct food sampling and demonstrations in support of business needs.
• Follow all safety requirements and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Ability to safely prepare specialty products

Conducting demonstrations

Education

Applicable state and local food safety certification

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 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 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 demonstrations and sampling events of other products as needed.

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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to continuously lift a minimum of 50 pounds several times per day.
• Ability to push a wheeled machine (with weight ranges 50–600 pounds) 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 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.
• Operate a computer keyboard, mouse and/or other peripherals using hands and fingers.
• 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.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

Job Category: Retail

Position Type: Part time

Business Unit: Marketing

Salary Range: $14.00 – $15.00 per hour

Company: Crossmark Inc.

Req ID: 27605

EEO STATEMENTS

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.

Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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