Lead Event Specialist

Acosta•Plano, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Event Specialist completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, maintains knowledge of represented products, and professionally demonstrates, serves, engages consumers, and sells products. The role is responsible for event execution equipment and maintaining a professional appearance. When the Supervisor is absent, the Specialist communicates with store management about events and serves as the in-store point of contact for events. The position assists the Supervisor and other Event Specialists with leadership, event materials, kits, and tools. The role involves setting up and maintaining event tables and equipment, preparing and serving food samples in accordance with food safety guidelines, and keeping the workstation clean and safe. The Specialist completes assigned work and required online submissions, expense reports, audit corrections, and digital photo documentation. The position is not expected to exceed 25 hours per week, although the company may change the role based on business or client needs. The work is performed in a retail store environment with limited travel. The position requires regular standing, walking, reaching, handling equipment, and other physical activity, including lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. It also involves pushing and pulling a fully laden demonstration cart, preparing food with cooking utensils and appliances, and contact with cleaning supplies. English is the primary language skill; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient ability to use and navigate a personal computer and personal mobile device using applications and internal systems.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach overhead, talk and hear, read instructions, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb including a 6-foot ladder, and balance.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push and pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to prepare foods using raw products, including meats and poultry, and cooking utensils and equipment.
Ability to work in contact with cleaning supplies.
Professional appearance and proper grooming; comply with applicable retailer dress code requirements.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Food Safety Professional Certification and a local food handlers permit if required.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain event equipment and supplies, ensuring they are clean and secured in the agreed-upon backroom area.
When the Supervisor is absent, communicate with store management about upcoming events and the execution of past events.
When the Supervisor is absent, serve as the point person for all events conducted in the store.
Assist other Event Specialists with event kits, materials, and tools as needed.
Assist the Supervisor by providing leadership and knowledge to the team.
Develop and maintain adequate knowledge of represented products.
Proactively intercept, engage, and interact with consumers, and sell products in a positive manner.
Assist with or perform all job responsibilities assigned to the demonstration program.
Communicate product features and benefits effectively.
Prepare and serve food samples, including raw meats, produce, and eggs, in compliance with food safety guidelines.
Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, and coffee makers, as well as knives.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance consistent with job requirements.
Set up and prepare the Event Table for execution.
Complete all assigned work.
Assist with preparation for client visits and complete audit corrections.
Build and maintain rapport with store personnel to meet company and client objectives.
Complete expense reports in accordance with company policy.
Prepare and submit all online requirements on the same day as event execution.
Take digital photos of the Perfect Table Setup to document client success stories.
Report employment-related injuries to the direct supervisor as soon as possible after an incident.
Perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.