External Posting Position Summary:

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING PART-TIME OPPORTUNITY?  We offer a flexible schedule and competitive weekly pay! 

This role acts as the brand representative for suppliers within retail locations. Retail Event Specialists are responsible for introducing retail location customers to new and exciting products and brands within the retail location through product tasting events. Retail Event Specialists are responsible for all aspects of the events including preparing, setting-up, cooking, cutting food items while maintaining a clean environment This position engages with customers to communicate key points about the products being demonstrated.

Role Highlights:

·         Preparing, setting-up, cooking, cutting food items while maintaining a clean environment

·         Engaging with customers to communicate key points about products being demonstrated.

·         Ensuring compliance with food safety requirements.

·         Working with the team to achieve sales goals of the products you are demonstrating.

Offer Highlights

Competitive Pay Rates
Weekly Pay
Paid Training
401K Plan
Part Time Benefits
Career Growth Opportunities
 

Additional Requirements

·         Must be at least 18 years of age

·         Must have availability on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and major holidays (other weekday shifts may be available from time-to-time)

·         Reliable access to a smartphone or tablet on days worked and comfortable using it to report work completion in software that is only accessible through a mobile app

·         The ability to lift and carry up to 25+ pounds with occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50lbs

·         The ability to push or pull a wheeled demonstration cart weighing up to 300lbs

·         The ability to use small appliances like a microwave, toaster oven, or hot plate

·         Able to communicate and interact with customers on a regular basis and in a professional manner

·         The ability to stand to perform the event for the duration of the event.

 Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of this position.

• Properly set up and prepare the area for specialized food products.
• Fully read materials that accompany product demonstrations to understand program scope, instructions, production requirements and program compliance.
• Follow all safety requirements when using equipment (e.g. hot machinery or sharp blades). Practice proper lifting techniques when working with boxes or heavy merchandise.
• Adhere to all required tasks and procedures related to safe food handling, preparation, production, packaging, labeling, merchandising and disposal.
• Accurately complete all reporting requirements (including on-line requirements) as required.
• Regularly check the product event schedule and email for upcoming activities, corporate news updates, event changes and instructions, and supervisor requests.
• Complete certifications and attend special training sessions as required.
• Follow safety and compliance guidelines for appropriate machine operation, cleaning and maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, sterile and safe work area using proper cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Assist other teammates with event set-up or clean-up and/or with kitchen duties when needed.
• Conduct food sampling and demonstrations in support of the needs of business. Follow general set-up and teardown guidelines.

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

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. 

Education/Experience: Previous experience in Product Marketing, Product Demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry preferred.

Skills and Abilities: Ability to safely and effectively prepare juice or other specialty products for purchase.  Ability to conduct demonstration and sampling events of other products as needed.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Applicable state and local food safety certification or license.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the team member is regularly required to be able to:

• Ability to continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs. several times per day.
• Ability to push a wheeled machine (with weight ranges 50-600 lbs.) to/from the sales floor.
• Preparation of foods using produce, machinery and sharp utensils.
• Standing for extended periods of time each day.
• Work varied hours throughout the day as required.
• Climbing with use of a 6’ Step Stool (when necessary).
• Visual ability to read instructions to ensure safety and food safety compliance.
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions and hot equipment.
• Sit, stand, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and/or other peripherals.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Communicate information and ideas orally and in writing so others will understand.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person and interact with customers.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Work environment:  Retail store environment with regular interaction with co-workers, management team members and customers.  Moderate to high noise levels associated with a retail warehouse environment.  Exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions, food products and cleaning chemicals.

Language Skills:  English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.