Lead Event Specialist Part Time

Overview
The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations, acquiring and maintaining knowledge of products represented, serving, demonstrating, intercepting consumers and selling products in a professional manner. The role also includes managing event execution equipment and maintaining a professional appearance.

• 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 the store.
• When Supervisor is absent, be the point person for all events being 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.
• Have desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a positive manner.
• Assist in performing all job responsibilities assigned to the demo program.
• Effectively communicate the features and benefits of the product.
• Prepare and serve food samples including raw meats, produce and eggs complying with food safety guidelines.
• Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers and knives.
• Maintain a clean, sterile and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
• Maintain a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
• Properly set up and prepare Event Table for execution.
• Complete all work assigned.
• Assist with preparation for client visits and complete audit corrections.
• Build rapport with store personnel to meet company and client objectives.
• Complete expense reports as per Company Policy.
• Prepare 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.
• Assist with other related duties as directed by management.

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED); or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Food Safety Professional Certification, local food handlers permit if required.
• Proficient ability to use personal computer and mobile device, navigate applications and internal systems.
• Strong communication skills in English; bilingual skills may be required.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, lift up to 25 lbs (occasionally 50 lbs), push/pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden with appliances, supplies and product; ability to prepare foods using raw products using cooking utensils.
• Must be able to maintain professional appearance and proper grooming.

Product Connections is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing and food service agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey. We specialize in digital and traditional retail events and demos, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing.

Position Type: Part time

Business Unit: Marketing

Salary Range: $14.50 – $14.50 per hour

Employer: Crossmark Inc.

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