Lead Event Specialist Part Time

CROSSMARK; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Crossmark Inc. is seeking an Associate to conduct in-store food and non-food demonstrations, learn product details, and engage customers in a professional manner.

The role involves managing event equipment, coordinating with store management, and delivering successful demos within a part-time schedule. The Associate will set up demo tables, prepare samples with safety standards, and help the team by sharing product knowledge and facilitating client goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Basic PC and mobile device literacy.
• Food safety certification and local permit if required.

Responsibilities

• Manage equipment and supplies for events to keep area clean and secure.
• Communicate with store management about events when Supervisor is absent.
• Be the point of contact for all in-store events and assist others as needed.
• Provide leadership and share product knowledge with the team.
• Explain product features and benefits to consumers.
• Prepare and serve food samples following safety guidelines.
• Set up and maintain a professional demo table and workstation.
• Submit online requirements and expense reports on the same day.
• Take photos of setups to document success stories for clients.

Skills

Customer engagement

Product knowledge

Communication

Sales skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Food Safety Certification

Food handlers permit

Job description

Description

The Associate is responsible for completing in‑store food and non‑food demonstrations, acquiring and maintaining knowledge of the products represented, serving, demonstrating, intercepting consumers, and selling products in a professional manner. The Associate is responsible for event execution equipment in the stores and maintains a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.

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 in their store.
• When Supervisor is absent, be the point person for all events being conducted in the store. Assist 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.

This role is not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per week, although the company does maintain the discretion to change the role based on the needs of the business and/or the client.

This job description does not imply that the above functions are the only tasks that may be performed. Individuals will be expected to follow any other job‑related instructions and perform any other job‑related tasks as directed by management.

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 Responsibilities

You are responsible for reporting all employment‑related injuries you incur to your direct supervisor as soon as possible following an incident resulting in an injury.

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 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Acosta Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. Applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, contact [e-mail] and include Applicant Accommodation in the subject line.

Job Details

Job Category: Retail
Position Type: Part time
Business Unit: Marketing
Salary Range: $14.50 – $14.50
Company: Crossmark Inc.