Product Demonstrator Part Time

CROSSMARK; Town of Fishkill (NY); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Job summary

CROSSMARK is hiring an Associate in Fishkill, NY for part-time in-store food demonstrations. Responsibilities include preparing and serving products, engaging with customers, and ensuring a clean and professional environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and experience is preferred. The position allows for flexible hours, not exceeding 25 hours per week, with a pay rate of $17.00 per hour. Bilingual skills may be required based on business needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1-3 months of related experience.
• Proficient in using personal computer or mobile device applications.
• Local Food handlers permit may be required.

Responsibilities

• Complete in-store food and non-food demonstrations.
• Engage and sell product to the consumer.
• Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances.
• Maintain a clean and sterile workstation.
• Build rapport with store personnel.

Skills

Proficient in personal computer or mobile device applications

Ability to prepare and serve food samples

Effective communication skills

Ability to maintain cleanliness and safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

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.
• 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 maintain rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives.
• Completes expense reports as per Company Policy.
• Accurately prepares and submits all on‑line requirements on the same day as Event execution.
• Ability to access the internet, navigate through company’s electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word & Adobe PDF forms.

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 using 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 be regularly required to stand and walk during 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 a ladder; balance; lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting 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.

Work Environment

Retail store environment with limited travel.

Physical Appearance

Individuals must ensure a professional appearance and proper grooming. 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 provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [e-mail] with "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject line.

Job Category: Retail | Position Type: Part time | Business Unit: Marketing | Salary Range: $17.00 - $17.00 | Company: Crossmark Inc. | Req ID: 28183.