Juice Barista & Sampling Specialist

Acosta Sales & Marketing; Citrus Heights (CA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Acosta Group in Citrus Heights, CA is seeking a part‑time event specialist to prepare juice and specialty products for consumer demonstrations in a retail setting.

Responsibilities include setting up demos, reading materials, following safety rules, conducting sampling, maintaining a clean work area, and reporting activities. This role offers growth within the marketing unit and requires adherence to food safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: 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 demonstration and sampling events of other products as needed.
• Applicable state and local food safety certification or license.

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 and practice proper lifting techniques.
• 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.
• 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

Product Marketing

Product Demonstrations

Food/beverage industry experience

Food safety certification

Job description

Acosta Group in Citrus Heights, CA is seeking a part‑time event specialist to prepare juice and specialty products for consumer demonstrations in a retail setting.

Responsibilities include setting up demos, reading materials, following safety rules, conducting sampling, maintaining a clean work area, and reporting activities. This role offers growth within the marketing unit and requires adherence to food safety guidelines.