Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•East Brunswick, NJ

81d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate completes in-store food and non-food product demonstrations. The role involves learning about represented products, preparing and serving samples, setting up and breaking down demonstration equipment and supplies, engaging consumers, 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 work takes place in a retail store environment, with limited travel. The associate must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. English is the primary language, though bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

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, applications, and internal systems.
Ability to access the internet, navigate company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view documents including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Ability to prepare foods and beverages using required appliances and cooking utensils.
Ability to maintain a professional, neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance.
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 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 work in contact with cleaning supplies.
Local food handlers permit may be required.

Nice To Haves

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

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 utensils.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe work station using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance consistent with job requirements and retailer dress-code 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.