Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Prior Lake, MN

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, develops and maintains knowledge of represented products, and prepares, serves, and breaks down products, equipment, and supplies. The associate proactively engages consumers and demonstrates products professionally while maintaining an appearance consistent with job requirements. 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 position is based in a retail store environment and may involve limited travel. The associate may be required to obtain a local food handlers permit. Supervisory responsibilities: none. English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency using and navigating a personal computer or personal mobile device with applications and internal systems.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms, including overhead 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, including occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push and pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to prepare foods and beverages using required appliances and utensils, and to be in contact with cleaning supplies.
Ability to maintain a neat, clean, appropriately groomed, professional appearance.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
A local food handlers permit may be required.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training is preferred.
Bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

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 and related equipment.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance and appropriate grooming.
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.
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 job-related tasks as directed by management.