Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Walpole, MA

77d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations. The associate learns about the products represented, prepares and serves samples, sets up and breaks down products, equipment, and supplies, and engages consumers professionally to demonstrate products. The role requires a professional appearance and the ability to keep the work station clean, sterile, and safe. This 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 works in a retail store environment with limited travel and has no supervisory responsibilities. Local food handler permits may be required. English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or mobile device with applications and internal systems.
Ability to access the internet, navigate company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view documents including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Ability to prepare and serve food samples using appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, and coffee makers, and to use knives.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; handle and feel with hands and fingers; reach overhead up to 65 inches; talk and hear; read instructions and perform events; stoop, kneel, squat, climb or step up a ladder, and balance.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, and push and pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to prepare foods and beverages using required appliances and to be in contact with cleaning supplies.
Maintain a neat, clean, professional appearance and comply with applicable retailer dress code requirements.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training.
Local food handlers permit, if required.

Responsibilities

Gain and maintain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
Proactively intercept, engage, and interact with consumers, and sell products in a positive manner.
Communicate product features and benefits effectively.
Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances and other required equipment.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe work station using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance consistent with job requirements.
Set up and prepare the event table for execution.
Achieve 100% execution on 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 according to company policy.
Accurately prepare and submit all online requirements on the same day as event execution.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.