Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Midlothian, VA

76d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food product demonstrations. The role involves acquiring and maintaining knowledge of represented products, preparing and serving samples, setting up and breaking down demonstration products, equipment, and supplies, and engaging consumers in a professional manner. Associates are expected to maintain a professional appearance and a clean, safe work station. The role 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 and may involve limited travel. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned. A local food handlers permit may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform 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, including applications and internal systems.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; handle and feel items; reach with hands and arms, including overhead tasks 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 up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push and pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to prepare foods and beverages with required appliances and utensils and to work in contact with cleaning supplies.
Ability to maintain a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance and follow retailer dress code requirements.
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 handlers permit may be required.

Responsibilities

Gain 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 other required equipment.
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 according to Company Policy.
Accurately prepare and submit all online requirements on the same day as event execution.
Use the internet, company electronic systems, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Adobe PDF forms as needed.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other tasks as directed by management.