Product Demonstrator Part Time

CROSSMARK; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is seeking an Associate in Rocky Mount, NC, responsible for executing in-store food demonstrations. The role requires actively engaging consumers, preparing food samples, and maintaining professionalism. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and preferably some related experience. Key responsibilities include effective communication of product features and maintaining a clean workstation. This position demands physical stamina and basic computer skills to complete reports and navigate internal systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; related experience preferred.
• Proficient with personal computer or mobile device applications.
• Local Food Handlers Permit may be required.

Responsibilities

• Engage consumers and sell products positively.
• Communicate product features and benefits effectively.
• Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances.
• Ensure a clean and safe workstation.
• Achieve 100% execution on assigned tasks.
• Prepare Event Table for execution.
• Complete expense reports as per company policy.

Skills

Proactive selling

Effective communication

Food handling

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Adobe PDF

Job description

Description

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

• 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 through the company’s electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.

Qualifications

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

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

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

Physical Demands: The associate will regularly stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms (up to 65 inches), talk and hear, read instructions, stoop, kneel, squat, climb or step up ladders, balance, lift and carry up to 25 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds), and push/pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden with appliances, supplies and product. The associate will also prepare foods and beverages using required appliances and be in contact with cleaning supplies.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Work Environment: Retail store environment with limited travel.

Physical Appearance: The associate must present a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance in accordance with retailer dress code.

Language Skills: English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Acosta Group is an equal‑opportunity employer.