Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Lexington, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, learns about the products represented, and prepares, serves, and breaks down product, equipment, and supplies. The associate proactively engages consumers, demonstrates products professionally, communicates product features and benefits, 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 associate works in a retail store environment with limited travel and performs duties as directed by management, including other job-related tasks. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. A local food handler permit may be required. 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 essential duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or personal mobile device, including applications and internal systems.
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 events; 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 appliances and utensils, and to be in contact with cleaning supplies.
Ability to present a neat, clean, professional, and appropriately groomed appearance.
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.
Local food handlers permit may be required.

Responsibilities

Gain 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 cooking utensils.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance consistent with job requirements and retailer dress codes.
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 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.