Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Sacramento, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. The associate learns about the products represented; prepares, serves, and breaks down products, equipment, and supplies; and proactively engages consumers to demonstrate and sell products professionally. The role requires maintaining a clean, safe workstation and a professional appearance while following company and retailer requirements. The associate properly prepares the event table, completes assigned work, supports client visits and audit corrections, and builds rapport with store personnel. The role also requires completing expense reports and submitting online event requirements on the day of execution. The position is not expected to exceed 25 hours per week, though the company may change the role based on business or client needs.

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, applications, and internal systems.
Ability to access the internet, navigate company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF documents.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; handle and feel objects; reach, including overhead up to 65 inches; talk and hear; read instructions; 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 utensils and to come into contact with cleaning supplies.
Professional, neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance; retailer dress-code requirements are provided in training documents.
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 promote products in a positive manner.
Communicate product features and benefits effectively.
Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances and utensils.
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 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 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.