Product Demonstrator Part Time

CROSSMARK; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is looking for an Associate to execute in-store food and non-food demonstrations in Southfield, Michigan. The position requires effective communication skills, a professional appearance, and the ability to stand for extended periods. Alongside preparation and serving of food products, the Associate will engage with customers to demonstrate features and benefits. This role caps at 25 hours per week, with potential adjustments based on business needs. A high school diploma is preferred, and bilingual skills may be advantageous.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food samples.
• Communicate features and benefits to customers.
• Maintain a clean and safe workstation.

Skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of food preparation

Customer engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cooking appliances

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.

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.

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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Proficient in using and navigating personal computer or personal mobile device using applications and internal systems.
• Local Food handlers permit may be required.
• Regularly required to stand and walk throughout the shift; use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms (including 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 required appliances such as cooking utensils, knives, convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, microwaves; be in contact with cleaning supplies.
• None (Supervisory Responsibilities).
• Retail store environment to limited travel.
• Professional appearance and proper grooming as per retailer dress code.
• English is the primary language skill; bilingual skills may be required.

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]. Acosta Group utilizes E-Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates.