Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Pleasanton, CA

62d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator Associate completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, learns and maintains knowledge of the products represented, prepares and serves product samples, and sets up and breaks down demonstration products, equipment, and supplies. The Associate engages consumers and demonstrates products professionally while maintaining an appearance consistent with job requirements. The role is expected to work no more than 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. There are no supervisory responsibilities. English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
One to three months of related experience and/or training preferred.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or mobile device, applications, and internal systems.
A local food handlers permit may be required.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; use hands and fingers; reach, including overhead up to 65 inches; talk and hear; read instructions and perform events visually; 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 food and beverages using required appliances and utensils and to work in contact with cleaning supplies.
Ability to maintain a neat, clean, appropriately groomed, professional appearance.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

Gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
Proactively intercept, engage, and interact with consumers, and sell products positively.
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 and retailer dress code.
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 other job-related instructions and perform other tasks as directed by management.