Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Warrenton, VA

111d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator is responsible for conducting in-store food and non-food product demonstrations. The associate develops and maintains knowledge of represented products, prepares and serves product samples, sets up and breaks down the demonstration table, equipment, and supplies, and engages consumers professionally to demonstrate and sell products. The role requires maintaining a professional appearance and a clean, safe workstation, as well as completing assigned event work and related administrative requirements. 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 position is based in a retail store environment and may involve limited travel. The associate reports no supervisory responsibilities. A local food handler permit may be required, and bilingual skills may be required depending on business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or mobile device with applications and internal systems.
Ability to access the internet, navigate company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Ability to prepare food and beverages using required appliances and cooking utensils.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing and walking throughout the shift; handling and reaching; stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing or stepping up a ladder, and balancing; lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; and pushing and pulling a fully laden demonstration cart.
Ability to maintain a neat, clean, and 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, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Gain and maintain adequate knowledge of represented products.
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 workstation using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance consistent with job requirements and retailer dress code.
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 same day as event execution.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.