Product Demonstrator

Acosta•Bear, DE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate 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 proactively engages consumers, demonstrates products professionally, and maintains a 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 Associate must perform essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. The work takes place in a retail store environment and may involve limited travel. English is the primary language, though bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or personal mobile device, applications, and internal systems.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available where appropriate.
Ability to maintain a neat, clean, professional, and appropriately groomed appearance.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; handle or feel objects; reach 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 of up to 50 pounds, and push and pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to prepare foods and beverages using required appliances and cooking utensils and to work in contact with cleaning supplies.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training preferred.
A 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 other required equipment.
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 client visit preparation 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, navigate 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.