Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Lansdale, PA

80d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, gains and maintains knowledge of represented products, prepares and serves products, and sets up and breaks down demonstration equipment and supplies. The role involves proactively engaging consumers, explaining product features and benefits, and maintaining a professional appearance. 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 position is based in a retail store environment and may involve limited travel. The Associate has no supervisory responsibilities. English is the primary language skill; bilingual skills may be needed based on business necessity. Local food-handler permits may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or 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 assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Ability to prepare and serve food and beverages using cooking utensils, knives, a convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, and microwave.
Ability to stand and walk for the shift; use 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, including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push and pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to be in contact with cleaning supplies.
Professional appearance and appropriate grooming.
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 is preferred.
A local food-handler permit may be 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 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 in accordance with 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.