Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Providence, CT

24d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, learns about the products represented, and prepares, serves, and breaks down products, equipment, and supplies. The Associate proactively engages consumers and demonstrates products professionally, while maintaining a clean, safe work station and an appearance that meets job and retailer requirements. The role is not expected to exceed 25 hours per week, though the company may change the role based on business or client needs. Other job-related tasks may be assigned by management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. The position is performed in a retail store environment with limited travel. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or personal mobile device with applications and internal systems.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; handle or feel objects; reach with 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, including a convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, microwave, and knives.
Ability to be in contact with cleaning supplies.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Must present a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training preferred.
Local food handlers permit may be required.

Responsibilities

Acquire and maintain adequate knowledge of represented products.
Proactively intercept, engage, interact with, and sell products to consumers 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 work station using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance and proper grooming in accordance with job and retailer 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.
Access the internet and company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Follow job-related instructions and perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.