February 2010
LEAD EVENT SPECIALIST
Employment Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Class: 125
Reports to: Retail
Supervisor – Events
Summary:
The
Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food
demonstrations. Acquires and maintains knowledge of products represented.
Serves, demonstrates, intercepts consumers and sells products in a professional
manner. Responsible for the Event
execution equipment in the stores. Maintains
an overall professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
Essential Duties and
Responsibilities:
1.
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.
2.
Communicates
with store management about the upcoming events and the execution of past
events in their store.
3.
Point
person for all events being conducted in the store. Assists other Event Specialists with event
kits, materials and tools as needed.
4.
Possesses
the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products
represented.
5.
Has
desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product
to the consumer in a positive manner.
6.
Can
effectively communicate the features and benefits of the product.
7.
Ability
to prepare and serve food samples including raw meats, produce and eggs
complying with food safety guidelines.
8.
Ability
to prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves,
fryers, skillets, coffee makers and knives.
9.
Can
maintain a clean, sterile and safe work station using cleaning chemicals.
10.
Maintains
a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
11.
Properly
sets up and prepares Event Table for execution.
12.
Achieves
100% execution on assigned work.
13.
Assists
with preparation for client visits and completes audit corrections.
14.
Builds
and maintains rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and
client objectives.
15.
Completes
expense reports as per Company Policy.
16.
Prepares
and submits all on-line requirements on the same day as Event execution.
17.
Takes
digital photos of Perfect Table Setup to document success stories for clients.
Note: 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.
Additional
Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are
representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
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.
Physical
Demands: The
employee will be regularly required to:
- Stand
up to 8 hours at a time
- Walk
- Use hands and fingers to handle or
feel
- Reach
with hands and arms (including reaching overhead)
- Talk
and hear
- Stoop
- Kneel
- Crouch
- Climb
(including use of a 6’ ladder)
- Balance
- Lift
and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting of up to 50
pounds)
- Push
and pull a wheeled demonstration cart weighing up to 300 pounds fully
laden with appliances, supplies and product
- Prepare
foods using raw products (e.g., meats, poultry), using cooking utensils
such as knives, convection oven, fryer, coffee maker, electric fryer,
microwaves and hot oils
- Be
in contact with cleaning supplies
Physical
Appearance: Individuals must ensure a professional
appearance and proper grooming is in order.
The associate must present a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed
appearance. Specific Retailer Dress code requirements are included in the
training documents. In addition, tattoos must not be visible while the associate
is engaged in their work assignments.
Specific Skills: Proficient use of a Personal Computer and
familiarity with Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Specialized Knowledge, License, etc: Food Safety Professional Certification, Local
Food handlers permit if required.
Supervisory Responsibility, if any: As defined by retailer and Supervisor.
Working Conditions (environment in which the
job is performed): Retail store environment with some travel.
Language Skills: English is the primary language skill;
however, bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.