Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Golden Valley, MN

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations. The role involves learning about represented products; preparing, serving, and breaking down products, equipment, and supplies; engaging consumers and demonstrating products professionally; and maintaining a professional appearance. The position is expected to work no more than 25 hours per week, though the company may change the role according to business or client needs. The work takes place in a retail store environment with limited travel. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned.

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 stand and walk throughout the shift; handle objects; reach, including overhead; 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 foods and beverages using cooking utensils, knives, a convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, and microwave.
Ability to work in contact with cleaning supplies.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Maintain a neat, clean, professional appearance and comply with retailer dress-code requirements.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training.
A local food handlers permit may be required.

Responsibilities

Gain 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 workstation using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance consistent with job requirements.
Set up and prepare the event table for demonstrations.
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 day of event execution.
Use the internet and company electronic systems, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Adobe PDF forms as needed.