Lead Event Specialist Part Time

CROSSMARK; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is seeking an Associate to perform in-store food and non-food demonstrations, acquire product knowledge, and engage consumers professionally. You will handle event equipment, set up demonstrations, and uphold a polished appearance in-store environments.

Responsibilities include managing demo materials, coordinating with store management in Supervisor's absence, and assisting with client visits and audits while maintaining a high standard of product communication and customer service.

Qualifications

• Must have strong customer service skills and the ability to present products confidently.
• Ability to learn and retain knowledge about products represented.
• Demonstrated ability to engage consumers and drive sales in store environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage equipment and supplies for events, ensuring cleanliness and security in backroom areas.
• Act as point person for events in the store when Supervisors are absent, coordinating with store management.
• Lead and support team during events, sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Develop product knowledge and convey features/benefits to consumers.
• Prepare and serve food samples safely using appliances and ensure a clean workstation.
• Set up Event Table and assist with client visits and audits.

Skills

Customer service

Product knowledge

Sales ability

Communication

Job description

Description

The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. Acquires and maintains knowledge of products represented. Serves, demonstrates, intercepts consumers and sells products in a professional manner. Responsible for the Event execution equipment in the stores. Maintains an overall professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.

Description

The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. Acquires and maintains knowledge of products represented. Serves, demonstrates, intercepts consumers and sells products in a professional manner. Responsible for the Event execution equipment in the stores. Maintains an overall 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 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