Juice Barista Part Time

CROSSMARK; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CROSSMARK in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking a responsible individual to prepare juice and specialty products for sale. This role involves conducting product demonstrations and adhering to safety and compliance guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have experience in product marketing and a strong knowledge of food safety. You will work in a retail store environment and interact with customers regularly.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in product marketing or food industry preferred.
• Ability to conduct product demonstrations.
• Safety certification or license required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare juice and specialty products for purchase.
• Conduct food sampling and demonstrations.
• Maintain a clean work area and adhere to safety guidelines.

Skills

Product marketing experience

Food safety knowledge

Demonstration skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

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 online) 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

• Previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry preferred.
• 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 with use of a 6 ft 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.
• Use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and 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 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; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

EEO 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.

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