Product Demonstrator Part Time

Overview

The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. Acquires and maintains knowledge of products represented. Prepares, serves, and breaks down product, equipment, and supplies. Intercepts consumers and demonstrates products in a professional manner. Maintains an overall professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.

This role is not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per week, although the company does maintain the discretion to change the role based on the needs of the business and/or the client.

This job description does not imply that the above functions are the only tasks that may be performed. Individuals will be expected to follow any other job‑related instructions and perform any other job‑related tasks as directed by management.

• Possesses the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
• Has desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a positive manner.
• Effectively communicates the features and benefits of the product.
• Ability to prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers and knives.
• Maintains a clean, sterile and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
• Maintains a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
• Properly sets up and prepares Event Table for execution.
• Achieves 100% execution on assigned work.
• Assists with preparation for client visits and completes audit corrections.
• Builds and maintains rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives.
• Completes expense reports as per Company Policy.
• Accurately prepares and submits all online requirements on the same day as Event execution.
• Ability to access the internet, navigate through company’s electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and use Microsoft Word & Adobe PDF forms.

• Education / Experience: High school diploma or GED; or one to three months’ related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in using and navigating personal computer or mobile device applications and internal systems.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Local Food Handlers permit may be required.
• Physical Demands: The associate will be regularly required to stand and walk the shift; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms up to 65 inches; talk and hear; have visual ability to read instructions and perform events; stoop; kneel; squat; climb or step up ladder; balance; lift and carry up to 25 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds);
  
  push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden; prepare foods and beverages using required appliances; be in contact with cleaning supplies.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
• Work Environment: Retail store environment with limited travel.
• Physical Appearance: Must ensure a professional appearance and proper grooming per retailer dress code.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  English is the primary language skill; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Product Connections is part of Acosta Group, a collective of trusted retail, marketing, and food service agencies that reimagine how people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey.

Acosta Group is an equal‑opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed, please contact  and include "Applicant Accommodation" in the email subject line.