Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Plymouth, MN

67d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, learns and maintains knowledge of represented products, and prepares, serves, and breaks down product, equipment, and supplies. The role engages consumers and demonstrates products professionally while maintaining a clean and safe work station and a professional appearance. It is not expected to exceed 25 hours per week, although the company may change the role based on business or client needs. The position is based in a retail store environment with limited travel. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; related experience or training is preferred. A local food handlers permit may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or mobile device, applications, and internal systems.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; handle objects; reach overhead up to 65 inches; talk and hear; read instructions and visually 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 or pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to prepare foods and beverages using required appliances and cooking utensils and to be in contact with cleaning supplies.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

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 represented products.
Proactively intercept, engage, and interact with consumers and promote products positively.
Communicate product features and benefits effectively.
Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances and utensils.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe work station using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance and grooming consistent with job and retailer requirements.
Set up and prepare the event table for demonstrations.
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 online requirements on the same day as event execution.
Use internet access, company electronic systems, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Adobe PDF forms as required.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.