Product Demonstrator Part Time

CROSSMARK; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 19,500 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Acosta Group in Marion, IL is seeking an Associate to perform in-store product demonstrations for food and non-food items. You will learn products, prepare and serve samples, and present them professionally.

This part-time role requires a high school diploma or GED, up to 25 hours per week, and ability to stand, lift up to 25 pounds, and use standard office software. English is primary; some stores may require a Food Handler permit.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience.
• Proficient in using a computer or mobile device.
• Local Food Handlers permit may be required.

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 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 company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word & Adobe PDF forms.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer engagement

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Adobe PDF

Internet navigation

Mobile device usage

Job description

Job Overview

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. The associate intercepts consumers and demonstrates products in a professional manner and 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.

• 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.


• 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 company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word & Adobe PDF forms.

Physical Demands

The associate will be regularly required to: stand and walk throughout the shift; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms (including overhead up to 65 inches); talk and hear; have 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 (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, presenting 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; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

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 the use and navigation of a personal computer or mobile device using applications and internal systems.

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

Benefits

Salary range: $15.00 - $15.00 per hour. Part-time position. Job category: Retail. Position type: Part time. Business unit: Marketing. The role may be adjusted based on business needs; maximum 25 hours per week.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 to expedite the request.