Juice Barista & Sampling Event Expert

Acosta, Inc.; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Product Connections, part of Acosta Group, is seeking a part-time food event associate in Minnesota to prepare juice and other specialty products for purchase. You will read materials to understand demo scope, follow safety guidelines, and assist with event setup, sampling, and reporting.

This position offers opportunities to learn, grow and deliver engaging live demonstrations to shoppers. Join a collaborative team focused on experiential marketing and retail demos, working in a dynamic store

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 on-line 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.

Skills

Juice preparation

Product demonstrations

Job description

Product Connections, part of Acosta Group, is seeking a part-time food event associate in Minnesota to prepare juice and other specialty products for purchase. You will read materials to understand demo scope, follow safety guidelines, and assist with event setup, sampling, and reporting.

This position offers opportunities to learn, grow and deliver engaging live demonstrations to shoppers. Join a collaborative team focused on experiential marketing and retail demos, working in a dynamic store