Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Yorktown, VA

115d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations and maintains knowledge of the products represented. The role prepares, serves, and breaks down products, equipment, and supplies; engages consumers and demonstrates products professionally; and maintains a professional appearance. The position 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 role operates in a retail store environment with limited travel. It requires standing and walking throughout the shift, preparing and serving food and beverages, using appliances and utensils, maintaining a clean and safe station, and handling demonstration supplies and products. The associate reports no supervisory responsibilities. A local food handlers permit may be required. High school diploma or GED is required, while one to three months of related experience or training is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency using and navigating a personal computer or mobile device with applications and internal systems.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; handle or feel objects; reach, including overhead up to 65 inches; talk and hear; read instructions and perform demonstrations; 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 food and beverages using required appliances and utensils and to be in contact with cleaning supplies.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Maintain a neat, clean, appropriately groomed, and professional appearance.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Local food handlers permit, if required.

Responsibilities

Gain and maintain 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, utensils, and other required equipment.
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 navigate 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 job-related tasks as directed by management.