Product Connections
Overview
The LEAD EVENT SPECIALIST PART TIME role at Product Connections involves completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. The Associate acquires and maintains knowledge of products represented, serves, demonstrates, intercepts consumers, and sells products in a professional manner. Responsibilities include managing event execution equipment in stores and maintaining a professional appearance consistent with job requirements. Responsibilities
Management and maintenance of the equipment and supplies used for events to ensure they are clean and secured in the agreed-upon area of the backroom. When Supervisor is absent, communicate with store management about upcoming events and the execution of past events in their store. When Supervisor is absent, be the point person for all events conducted in the store. Assist other Event Specialists with event kits, materials, and tools as needed. Assist Supervisor by providing leadership and knowledge to the team. Possess the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented. Desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a positive manner. Assist/perform all job responsibilities assigned to the demo program. Communicate the features and benefits of the product effectively. Prepare and serve food samples including raw meats, produce, and eggs in compliance with food safety guidelines; prepare and serve food samples using small appliances (microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers, knives). Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals. Set up and prepare the Event Table for execution. Complete all work assigned and assist with preparation for client visits and audits. Build and maintain rapport with store personnel to meet company and client objectives. Complete expense reports as per Company Policy and submit all online requirements on the same day as Event execution. Takes digital photos of Perfect Table Setup to document success stories for clients. Qualifications
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer Skills:
Proficient ability to use and navigate on a personal computer and personal mobile device using applications and internal systems. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Food Safety Professional Certification, Local Food handlers permit if required. Physical Demands:
Stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms (including overhead), talk and hear, read instructions, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb (including use of a 6 ladder), balance, lift and carry up to 25 pounds (occasional up to 50 pounds), push/pull a wheeled demonstration cart, prepare foods with raw products using utensils, be in contact with cleaning supplies. Language Skills:
English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity. Equal Opportunity:
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment details
Seniority level : Entry level Employment type : Part-time Job function : Management and Manufacturing Industries : Advertising Services Salary Starting at $14.25 / hr #J-18808-Ljbffr
The LEAD EVENT SPECIALIST PART TIME role at Product Connections involves completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. The Associate acquires and maintains knowledge of products represented, serves, demonstrates, intercepts consumers, and sells products in a professional manner. Responsibilities include managing event execution equipment in stores and maintaining a professional appearance consistent with job requirements. Responsibilities
Management and maintenance of the equipment and supplies used for events to ensure they are clean and secured in the agreed-upon area of the backroom. When Supervisor is absent, communicate with store management about upcoming events and the execution of past events in their store. When Supervisor is absent, be the point person for all events conducted in the store. Assist other Event Specialists with event kits, materials, and tools as needed. Assist Supervisor by providing leadership and knowledge to the team. Possess the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented. Desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a positive manner. Assist/perform all job responsibilities assigned to the demo program. Communicate the features and benefits of the product effectively. Prepare and serve food samples including raw meats, produce, and eggs in compliance with food safety guidelines; prepare and serve food samples using small appliances (microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers, knives). Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals. Set up and prepare the Event Table for execution. Complete all work assigned and assist with preparation for client visits and audits. Build and maintain rapport with store personnel to meet company and client objectives. Complete expense reports as per Company Policy and submit all online requirements on the same day as Event execution. Takes digital photos of Perfect Table Setup to document success stories for clients. Qualifications
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer Skills:
Proficient ability to use and navigate on a personal computer and personal mobile device using applications and internal systems. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Food Safety Professional Certification, Local Food handlers permit if required. Physical Demands:
Stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms (including overhead), talk and hear, read instructions, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb (including use of a 6 ladder), balance, lift and carry up to 25 pounds (occasional up to 50 pounds), push/pull a wheeled demonstration cart, prepare foods with raw products using utensils, be in contact with cleaning supplies. Language Skills:
English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity. Equal Opportunity:
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment details
Seniority level : Entry level Employment type : Part-time Job function : Management and Manufacturing Industries : Advertising Services Salary Starting at $14.25 / hr #J-18808-Ljbffr