Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Braintree, MA

77d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations. The role requires learning about the products represented; preparing, serving, and breaking down products, equipment, and supplies; engaging consumers and demonstrating products professionally; and maintaining a professional appearance. The associate prepares and sets up event tables, executes assigned work, supports client visits and audit corrections, builds rapport with store personnel, completes expense reports, and submits required online documentation on the day of each event. 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 takes place in a retail store environment with limited travel. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned. Associates are expected to perform the essential duties satisfactorily and may be directed to perform other job-related tasks. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

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 and applications and internal systems.
Ability to access the internet, navigate company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; handle and feel with the hands and fingers; reach with the hands and arms, including 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 of up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push and pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to prepare foods and beverages using required appliances and utensils and to be in contact with cleaning supplies.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training.
Local food handler 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 cooking 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 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.