Juice Barista Part Time - 6357 - Full-time

Product Connections is a distinguished division within the Acosta Group, a leading collective of some of the most trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies in the industry. This extensive network of over 10,000 field experts and 150+ corporate employees collaborates to craft innovative marketing solutions that effectively connect consumers with brands throughout their shopping journey. As a full-service marketing agency, Product Connections specializes in blending digital and traditional retail events and demonstrations, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. Their mission is sharply focused on delivering meaningful brand interactions that target the right audience at the right time, thereby facilitating consumer engagement and boosting conversion rates. The working culture at Product Connections thrives on supportiveness, collaboration, and inclusivity, fostering an environment where employees can think ambitiously, expand their skill set, and elevate their professional careers. This commitment to growth and innovation creates a vibrant workplace where individual ideas are valued and impactful contributions are recognized. As an equal opportunity employer, Acosta Group ensures reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities, underscoring a dedication to diversity and accessibility. The role available within Product Connections involves the preparation of juice and other specialty food and beverage products for purchase and demonstration purposes. This position is integral in supporting product marketing efforts through hands-on preparation, sampling events, and product demonstrations. Candidates will be responsible for correctly setting up and maintaining the specialized food preparation area, adhering strictly to safety and food handling regulations, and ensuring that all program instructions and requirements are followed meticulously. The job also requires regular communication regarding event schedules, corporate updates, and compliance certifications. Critical tasks include proper use of equipment — such as hot machinery and sharp blades — food safety compliance, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the work area, and assisting teammates during events. This role demands physical capability to handle lifting heavy items, pushing wheeled machines, and standing for extended periods, while operating in varied environmental conditions, including refrigerated and hot equipment areas. This is a dynamic position ideal for candidates with prior experience in the food, beverage, restaurant, or product marketing industries who are capable of safely preparing specialty products and conducting engaging demonstrations. Alongside practical food preparation skills, this role requires a proactive approach to training and certification, and strong interpersonal skills for effective customer interaction and teamwork. Employment in this position offers an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking marketing agency that values both professional growth and impactful brand representation in a fast-paced retail environment.

• Applicable state and local food safety certification or license
• Ability to continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day
• Ability to push a wheeled machine weighing 50-600 lbs to and from the sales floor
• Experience preparing foods using produce, machinery and sharp utensils
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to work varied hours
• Ability to climb using a 6 foot step stool when necessary
• Visual ability to read safety and food safety instructions
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions and hot equipment
• Ability to sit, stand, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate computer keyboard and peripherals
• Ability to listen, understand, read, and communicate information effectively
• Ability to identify and understand speech and interact with customers