Product Demonstrator Part Time

CROSSMARK; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 14,774 - 21,042; Part time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is looking for a part-time Associate in Abilene, Texas to perform in-store food and non-food demonstrations. The role requires effective consumer engagement, product knowledge, and the ability to prepare food samples. Candidates should hold a high school diploma or GED and have proficiency in basic computer skills. The position offers $13.00 per hour, maintaining a professional appearance is essential, and local food handlers permit may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Proficiency in using personal computers or mobile devices for applications and internal systems.
• Local food handlers permit may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food products while maintaining a clean workstation.
• Engage consumers and effectively communicate product features.
• Complete expense reports and online requirements promptly.

Skills

Consumer engagement

Product demonstration

Communication skills

Food preparation

Computer navigation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non‑food demonstrations. This Associate acquires and maintains knowledge of products represented. They prepare, serve, and break down product, equipment, and supplies. The Associate intercepts consumers and demonstrates products in a professional manner, maintaining an overall professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Effectively communicates the features and benefits of the product.
• Ability to prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers and knives.
• Maintains 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 the event table for execution.
• Achieves 100% execution on assigned work.
• 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.
• Accurately prepares and submits all online requirements on the same day as event execution.
• Accesses the internet, navigates company electronic systems, uses Microsoft Outlook, and views assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.

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

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Qualifications

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

Computer Skills : Proficient in using and navigating personal computer or mobile device with applications and internal systems.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations : Local food handlers permit may be required.

Physical Demands

• Stand and walk during the shift.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel.
• Reach with hands and arms (including overhead work up to 65 inches).
• Talk and hear.
• Visual ability to read instructions and perform events.
• Stoop, kneel, squat, climb or step up a ladder.
• Balance.
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds).
• Push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden with appliances, supplies and product.
• Prepare foods and beverages using required appliances such as cooking utensils, knives, convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, microwaves.
• Be in contact with cleaning supplies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Work Environment

Retail store environment with limited travel.

Physical Appearance

Individuals must ensure a professional appearance and proper grooming. A neat, clean and appropriately groomed appearance is required. Specific retailer dress code requirements are included in the training documents.

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].

Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting.

Acosta Group utilizes E‑Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates.

Salary: $13.00 - $13.00 per hour.

Position Type: Part time | Business Unit: Marketing | Job Category: Retail | Company: Crossmark Inc. | Req ID: 28723