Overview
The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. 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.
Responsibilities
- Possesses 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.
- Effectively communicate the features and benefits of the product.
- 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.
- Maintain a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
- Set up and prepare the Event Table for execution.
- Achieve 100% execution on assigned work.
- Assist with preparation for client visits and complete audit corrections.
- Build and maintain rapport with store personnel to meet company and client objectives.
- Complete expense reports as per Company Policy.
- Accurately prepare and submit all online requirements on the same day as Event execution.
- Have the ability to access the internet and navigate company systems, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Adobe PDF forms.
Qualifications
- Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED; or one to three months’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Computer Skills: Proficient in using and navigating a personal computer or mobile device with applications and internal systems.
- Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Local Food Handler permit may be required.
- Physical Demands: Stand and walk for the shift; use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; read instructions; stoop, kneel, squat; climb or step up a ladder; balance; lift and carry up to 25 pounds (occasional up to 50 pounds); push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart; prepare foods and beverages using required appliances; be in contact with cleaning supplies.
- Language Skills: English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Work Environment
Retail store environment with limited travel.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact AskHR@acosta.com with "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject line.