Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Roseville, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, acquires and maintains knowledge of represented products, and prepares, serves, and breaks down products, equipment, and supplies. The associate engages consumers and demonstrates products professionally while maintaining a clean, safe workstation and a neat, professional appearance. 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 performed in a retail store environment with limited travel. The associate may need a local food handlers permit. English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned. 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.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or personal mobile device using applications and internal systems.
Ability to prepare and serve food using small appliances, cooking utensils, and knives.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; handle and feel items; reach 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, including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds, and push or pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to work with cleaning supplies.
Professional appearance and appropriate grooming.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Nice To Haves

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