Lead Event Specialist Part Time

Acosta•Montgomery, AL

77d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Event Specialist completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, develops and maintains knowledge of represented products, and engages consumers by demonstrating and selling products professionally. The role manages event equipment and supplies, maintains a professional appearance, and helps ensure events are prepared and executed effectively. When the Supervisor is absent, the Specialist communicates with store management about events and serves as the point of contact for events in the store. The role is not expected to exceed 25 hours per week, although the company may change the role based on business or client needs. The position involves preparing and serving food samples in accordance with food safety guidelines, using small appliances and utensils, and maintaining a clean, sterile, and safe workstation. It also includes setting up event tables, supporting team members, completing required online submissions and expense reports, documenting table setups with digital photos, and helping prepare for client visits and correct audit findings. The work takes place in a retail store environment with limited travel. Employees must maintain a neat, clean, appropriately groomed appearance and follow applicable retailer dress code requirements. English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

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, including applications and internal systems.
Food Safety Professional Certification and a local food handlers permit if required.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Ability to prepare and serve food samples while following food safety guidelines.
Ability to maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation while using cleaning supplies.
Ability to communicate in English; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to meet physical demands including standing, walking, handling and feeling objects, reaching overhead, talking and hearing, reading instructions, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing (including a 6-foot ladder), balancing, lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, and pushing and pulling a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to prepare foods using raw products such as meats and poultry, and cooking utensils or equipment including knives, a convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, and microwaves.
Ability to maintain a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance and follow applicable retailer dress code requirements.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain event equipment and supplies, keeping them 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, act as the point person for all events conducted in the store.
Assist other Event Specialists with event kits, materials, and tools as needed.
Support the Supervisor by providing leadership and knowledge to the team.
Develop adequate knowledge of the products represented.
Proactively intercept, engage, interact with, and sell products to consumers in a positive manner.
Assist with or perform all job responsibilities assigned to the demo program.
Communicate product features and benefits effectively.
Prepare and serve food samples, including raw meats, produce, and eggs, while complying with food safety guidelines.
Prepare and serve samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, and coffee makers, and use knives as needed.
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 and other job-related tasks as directed by management.
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 success stories for clients.
Report employment-related injuries to the direct supervisor as soon as possible after an incident.