Lead Event Specialist Part Time

CROSSMARK; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

Crossmark Inc. is seeking an Associate to conduct in-store food and non-food demonstrations, learn product details, serve customers, demonstrate products, and drive sales with a professional presence.

You will manage event equipment and assist teams across stores, maintaining safety standards and a clean work area. Responsibilities include coordinating with store personnel, supporting the supervisor, and documenting events with photos.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Proficient ability to use a personal computer and mobile device with internal systems.
• Food Safety Certification and local food handlers permit if required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain event equipment and supplies in-store backroom.
• Intercede with store management for events and ensure proper execution in supervisor's absence.
• Lead and assist the demo team, providing product knowledge and guidance.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food Safety Certification

Local food handlers permit

Job description

Description

The Associate is responsible for completing in‑store food and non‑food demonstrations, acquiring and maintaining product knowledge, serving, demonstrating, intercepting consumers and selling products in a professional manner. They manage event execution equipment in stores and maintain an overall professional appearance.

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 the Supervisor is absent, communicate with store management about upcoming events and the execution of past events.
• When the Supervisor is absent, act as the point person for all events being conducted in the store and assist other Event Specialists with event kits, materials, and tools as needed.
• Assist the Supervisor by providing leadership and knowledge to the team.
• Possess the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
• Proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a positive manner.
• Perform all job responsibilities assigned to the demo program.
• Effectively communicate the features and benefits of the product.
• Prepare and serve food samples, including raw meats, produce, and eggs, complying with food safety guidelines.
• Use small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers, and knives to prepare food samples.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
• Maintain a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
• Properly set up and prepare the Event Table for execution.
• Complete all work assigned.
• Assist with preparation for client visits and complete audit corrections.
• Build and maintain rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives.
• Complete expense reports as per company policy.
• Prepare and submit all online requirements on the same day as event execution.
• Takes digital photos of the Perfect Table Setup to document success stories for clients.

This role is not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per week, although the company may change the role based on business or client needs.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Workers’ Compensation Claims: Report all employment‑related injuries to your direct supervisor as soon as possible following an incident resulting in an injury.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

High school diploma or GED; or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills

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

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 to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms (including reaching overhead); talk and hear; read instructions; stoop; kneel; crouch; climb (including use of a 6’ ladder); balance; lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting 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); use cooking utensils such as knives, convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, microwave; be in contact with cleaning supplies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Act as point of contact when Supervisor is absent.

Working Conditions

Retail store environment with limited travel.

Physical Appearance

Maintain professional appearance and proper grooming in accordance with retailer dress code.

Language Skills

English is the primary language skill; 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]. Be sure to include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject of your email to expedite the request.

Acosta Group utilizes E‑Verify for validating work eligibility. For more information, visit e‑verify.gov.

Job Category: Retail

Position Type: Part time

Business Unit: Marketing

Salary Range: $16.50 - $16.50

Company: Crossmark Inc.

Req ID: 33085