Sampler

Uncle Giuseppe's; Terryville (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k)

50% off lunch

25% off in-store shopping

Job summary

Uncle Giuseppe's in New York is seeking a part-time Sampler for weekends to provide tasty food samples to store customers. You will slice, plate and offer samples, answering questions to help drive sales.

Shifts run Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm, plus holidays. The role requires a friendly, energetic attitude, basic food-handling, and English proficiency; HS diploma and 1 year of food sales experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of sales experience in food.
• Excellent communication and approachable demeanor.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to interact with the public and handle objections.
• Proficient in English (read/write/speak).

Responsibilities

• Draw customers to sampling table and encourage them to try items.
• Answer questions about the food item.
• Prepare samples by cutting, slicing, pouring, and placing on table/cart.
• Adhere to proper food handling guidelines and store procedures.
• Operate a small tabletop oven to heat items when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Outgoing personality

Energy

English proficiency

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We have an exciting position opening as a PT Sampler (Weekends only) for our store! This individual will be responsible for providing food samples to our store customers in an approachable, friendly manner. This individual will slice, cut, pour and fill sample cups, placing them on the respective cart for customers. This individual will help drive sales of the food items by offering a sample of the food item and answering any questions that the customer has. Schedule is 10am-4pm weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Will be responsible for drawing customers into food sampling table/cart and encouraging them to try the item
• Will answer all questions customers might have regarding the food item
• Will cut, slice, pour and fill sample cups/plates and place them on table/cart for sampling purpose
• Will always use proper food handling guidelines, being mindful of our polices and procedures
• If food item requires heating, individual will operate a small tabletop oven to heat food items ensuring that the temperature is appropriate for all customer
• Other duties and functions as assigned

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Must be 18 years or older
• A minimum of 1 year of previous sales experience working with food is required
• Must be well dressed and approachable with excellent communication skills
• An outgoing personality with excitement to display and provide samples to our customers is required
• Position requires an individual who enjoys interfacing with the public and who has excellent energy to overcome objections and rejections
• Individual must love to smile in order to attract customers to the table/cart
• Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(K), 50% off of lunch, 25% off in store shopping and more!