Product Demonstrator Part Time

CROSSMARK; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is seeking a motivated individual for a part-time role in La Grange, Illinois. Responsibilities include engaging customers, preparing food samples, and ensuring a professional appearance. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, with good communication and computer skills. The position requires occasional lifting and maintaining a clean workspace. If you are passionate about customer interaction and have a desire to learn, this opportunity may be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; experience in a related field preferred.
• Must be proficient in using a personal computer and related applications.
• Local Food handler's permit may be required.

Responsibilities

• Engage and sell products to consumers positively.
• Prepare food samples and maintain cleanliness using appliances.
• Complete online reports and assist with client visits.

Skills

Proactive engagement

Food preparation

Communication skills

Professional appearance

Computer navigation

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Adobe PDF

Job description

Responsibilities

• Has desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a positive manner.
• Effectively communicate 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.
• Maintain a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
• Properly set up and prepare 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 effectively 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.
• Access the internet, navigate through company’s electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word & Adobe PDF forms.

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.

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 ability to use and navigate on a personal computer or personal mobile device using applications and internal systems.

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

Physical Demands: The associate will be regularly required to stand and walk during the shift; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms (including conducting tasks overhead up to 65 inches); talk and hear; have visual ability to read instructions and perform events; stoop, kneel, squat, climb or step up ladder; balance; lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds); push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden with appliances, supplies and product; prepare foods and beverages using the 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 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 and Accommodation

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].

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