Product Demonstrator Part Time

CROSSMARK; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 15,911 - 22,661; Part time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is seeking a part-time Associate to engage with consumers through food and non-food demonstrations in retail environments. The ideal candidate will prepare, serve, and break down product demonstrations while maintaining a safe and professional appearance. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, alongside proficiency in using computers and electronic systems. The role requires lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds and may involve working with cleaning supplies. Pay is set at $14.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Proficient in using personal computers and mobile devices.
• Local food handler's permit may be required.

Responsibilities

• Proactively engage and interact with consumers to sell products.
• Prepare and serve food using various appliances.
• Maintain a clean and safe workstation.

Skills

Proactive engagement with consumers

Effective communication of product features

Ability to prepare food samples

Clean and sterile workspace maintenance

Computer and electronic systems navigation

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. 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

• 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 & 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.

This job description does not imply that the above functions are the only tasks that may be performed. Individuals will be expected to follow any other job‑related instructions and perform any other job‑related tasks as directed by management.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

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 throughout 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 to 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.

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]. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.

Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting.

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Job Category: Retail

Position Type: Part time

Business Unit: Marketing

Salary Range: $14.00 - $14.00

Company: Crossmark Inc.

Req ID: 28491

Employer Description: USPRDCTCONNECTNEMP