Product Demonstrator Part Time

CROSSMARK; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 15,911 - 22,661; Part time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is hiring a part-time Retail Marketing Associate in Tallahassee, Florida. The role involves completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations, engaging consumers, and maintaining a professional appearance. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and possess effective communication skills. The position is restricted to 25 hours per week at a rate of $14.00/hr, and while it has no listed benefits, it offers valuable experience in retail marketing.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to engage with consumers proactively.
• Experience in retail or food demonstration preferred.
• Proficient with personal computers and mobile devices.

Responsibilities

• Complete food and non-food demonstrations in-store.
• Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances.
• Maintain a clean and sterile workstation.

Skills

Active engagement with consumers

Effective communication

Food preparation skills

Knowledge of retail environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Adobe PDF

Job description

Job Overview

The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations, acquiring and maintaining knowledge of products represented, preparing, serving, and breaking down product, equipment, and supplies. The Associate intercepts consumers and demonstrates products in a professional manner and maintains an overall professional appearance consistent with job requirements.

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 communicates the features and benefits of the product.


• Prepares and serves food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers, and knives.


• Maintains 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.


• Builds 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.


• Accesses the internet, navigates company electronic systems, uses Microsoft Outlook, and views assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.

This role is not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per week, although the company may change the role based on needs.

The job description does not imply these are the only tasks. Individuals may be required to perform other job‑related tasks as directed by management. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

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 at using and navigating a personal computer or mobile device with applications and internal systems.


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


• Physical Demands: Stand and walk throughout the shift; use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms overhead up to 65 inches; talk and hear; read instructions; stoop, kneel, squat; climb or step up ladder; balance; lift and carry up to 25 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds); push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden; prepare foods and beverages with required appliances; be in contact with cleaning supplies.


• Supervisory Responsibilities: None.


• Work Environment: Retail store environment with limited travel.


• Physical Appearance: Professional appearance and proper grooming required; retailer dress code applies.


• Language Skills: English primary; bilingual skills may be required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Benefits

Position: Part-time Retail Marketing Associate, $14.00/hr. Restricted to 25 hours/week. No benefits listed in the posting.

EEO Statement

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.