Lead Event Specialist Part Time

CROSSMARK; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is seeking an Associate to complete in-store food and non-food demonstrations, maintain product knowledge, and professionally serve and sell products. The role is part-time, not exceeding 25 hours per week, with responsibilities including equipment management and customer engagement.

The position requires basic high school education (GED or diploma), food safety certification, and the ability to handle food preparation and equipment safely in a retail environment.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience or training.
• Computer Skills: Proficient use of a personal computer and mobile device with applications and internal systems.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Food Safety Professional Certification; Local Food handlers permit if required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain equipment for events and ensure cleanliness and security in the backroom area.
• Communicate with store management in Supervisor's absence about upcoming events and past event execution.
• Serve and sell products, interacting with customers to promote products.
• Prepare foods using raw products and small kitchen appliances while following food safety guidelines.
• Build rapport with store personnel to meet company and client objectives.

Skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Job Summary: The Associate is responsible for completing in‑store food and non‑food demonstrations, maintaining product knowledge, serving and selling products in a professional manner, and managing event equipment. The role is part-time, not exceeding 25 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Management and maintenance of the equipment and supplies used for events to ensure they are clean and secured in the agreed upon area of the backroom.
• When Supervisor is absent, communicate with store management about the upcoming events and the execution of past events in their store.
• When Supervisor is absent, be the point person for all events being conducted in the store. Assists other Event Specialists with event kits, materials and tools as needed.
• Assist Supervisor by always providing leadership and knowledge to the team.
• Possesses the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
• Has desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a positive manner.
• Able to assist/perform all job responsibilities assigned to the demo program.
• Can effectively communicate the features and benefits of the product.
• Ability to prepare and serve food samples including raw meats, produce and eggs complying with food safety guidelines.
• Ability to prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers and knives.
• Can maintain a clean, sterile and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
• Maintains a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
• Properly sets up and prepares Event Table for execution.
• Completes all work assigned.
• Assists with preparation for client visits and completes audit corrections.
• Builds and maintains rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives.
• Completes expense reports as per Company Policy.
• Prepares and submits all on‑line requirements on the same day as Event execution.
• Takes digital photos of Perfect Table Setup to document success stories for clients.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills: Proficient ability to use and navigate on a personal computer and personal mobile device using applications and internal systems.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Food Safety Professional Certification, Local Food handlers permit if required.

Physical Demands: The employee will be regularly required to: Stand; Walk; Use hands and fingers to handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms (including reaching overhead); Talk and hear; Visual ability to read instructions and perform responsibilities; Stoop; Kneel; Crouch; Climb (including use of a 6’ ladder); Balance; Lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds); Push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden with appliances, supplies and product; Prepare foods using raw products (e.g., meats, poultry), using cooking utensils such as knives, convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, microwaves; Be in contact with cleaning supplies.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Will be point of contact when Supervisor is absent.

Working Conditions: Retail store environment with limited travel.

Physical Appearance: Individuals must ensure a professional appearance and proper grooming is in order. The associate must present a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance. Specific Retailer Dress code requirements are included in the training documents.

Language Skills: English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

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