Product Demonstrator Part Time

CROSSMARK; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is seeking an Associate to perform in-store demonstrations of food and non-food products in Bloomington, Indiana. The role involves engaging with customers, preparing products, maintaining a professional appearance, and ensuring a clean workspace. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, be able to lift up to 25 pounds, and possess good communication skills. The position does not exceed 25 hours weekly and may require local food handlers permit.

Qualifications

• Must acquire and maintain knowledge of products represented.
• Local food handlers permit may be required.
• Must stand and walk during the shift, able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Complete in-store food and non-food demonstrations.
• Prepare, serve, and breaks down products and equipment.
• Build rapport with store personnel.

Skills

Knowledge of products

Proactive engagement with consumers

Communication skills

Food preparation skills

Ability to maintain a clean workstation

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Adobe PDF forms

Job description

Description

The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. The Associate acquires and maintains knowledge of products represented. Prepares, serves, and breaks down product, equipment, and supplies. Intercepts consumers and demonstrates products in a professional manner. Maintains an overall professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job. This role is not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per week.

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.
• 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.
• Achieves 100% execution on assigned work.
• Assists with preparation for client visits and completes audit corrections.
• Build 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.
• Ability to access the internet, navigate through company’s electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and capability to view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or 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.
• Local food handlers permit may be required.
• Physical Demands: Stand and walk during shift; use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms up to 65 inches; talk and hear; read instructions; stoop, kneel, squat, climb step or ladder; balance; lift and carry up to 25 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds); push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden; prepare foods and beverages using required appliances; be in contact with cleaning supplies.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
• Work Environment: Retail store environment; limited travel.
• Physical Appearance: Must ensure professional appearance and proper grooming; specific retailer dress code in training.
• Language Skills: English primary; bilingual may be required based on business necessity.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

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] and include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email.