Juice Barista Part Time

Acosta Sales & Marketing; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Acosta Sales & Marketing is seeking a dedicated individual to prepare juice and specialty products for purchase in a retail environment. The role involves setting up product demonstrations, adhering to food safety guidelines, and ensuring all tasks related to safe food handling are executed properly. Previous experience in product marketing or the food industry is preferred. Candidates should possess the ability to lift significant weight and conduct safe food demonstrations. Bilingual skills may be beneficial based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in product marketing or food industry preferred.
• Ability to prepare specialty products for purchase safely.
• Conduct demonstrations for various products as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare the area for specialized food products.
• Adhere to safety requirements when using equipment.
• Conduct food sampling and product demonstrations.

Skills

Product marketing experience

Demonstration skills

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.
• 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 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

• Previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry is 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.
• Applicable state and local food safety certification or license.

Physical Demands

• Lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day.
• Push a wheeled machine (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 a 6’ step stool when necessary.
• Visual ability to 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/or other peripherals.
• Listen to and understand spoken information and ideas.
• Read and understand written information.
• Communicate information and ideas orally and in writing to be understood by others.
• 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.

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 of your email.