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Acosta Group

Retail, marketing, and foodservice solutions provider

Lead Event Specialist

Dining, Bar & Counter ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeFort Walton Beach, FL, USA$16

About the Job

Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficient ability to use and navigate a personal computer and personal mobile device using applications and internal systems.
  • Food Safety Professional Certification and a local food handlers permit if required.
  • Ability to stand, walk, handle and feel objects, reach overhead, talk and hear, read instructions, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb a 6-foot ladder, balance, lift and carry up to 25 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds), and push and pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
  • Ability to prepare foods using raw products such as meats and poultry, and utensils and appliances including knives, convection ovens, coffee makers, electric fryers, and microwaves.
  • Ability to work in contact with cleaning supplies.
  • Ability to acquire adequate knowledge of the products represented.
  • Desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact with, and sell products to consumers in a positive manner.
  • Ability to assist with or perform all job responsibilities assigned to the demo program.
  • Ability to effectively communicate product features and benefits.
  • Ability to prepare and serve food samples, including raw meats, produce, and eggs, in compliance with food safety guidelines.
  • Ability to prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers, and knives.
  • Ability to maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
  • Ability to maintain a professional appearance and follow the retailer dress code.
  • Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.
  • English is the primary language skill; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Responsibilities

  • Complete in-store food and non-food demonstrations, acquire and maintain knowledge of represented products, serve and demonstrate products, engage consumers, and sell products professionally.
  • Manage and maintain event equipment and supplies, ensuring they are clean and secured in the agreed-upon backroom area.
  • When the Supervisor is absent, communicate with store management about upcoming events and the execution of past events in the store.
  • When the Supervisor is absent, act as the point person for all events conducted in the store and assist other Event Specialists with event kits, materials, and tools as needed.
  • Assist the Supervisor by providing leadership and knowledge to the team.
  • Maintain a professional appearance consistent with job requirements.
  • Set up and prepare the Event Table for execution.
  • Complete all assigned work.
  • Assist with preparation for client visits and complete audit corrections.
  • Build and maintain rapport with store personnel to meet company and client objectives.
  • Complete expense reports in accordance with company policy.
  • Prepare and submit all online requirements on the same day as event execution.
  • Take digital photos of Perfect Table Setup to document client success stories.
  • Report any employment-related injury to the direct supervisor as soon as possible after an incident.

About the Company

Acosta Group

Retail, marketing, and foodservice solutions provider

Acosta Group is a collective of trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies that helps brands grow where they are sold. It works by providing end-to-end support across the customer journey—headquarter sales, omnichannel retail, assisted sales and training, integrated marketing, foodservice sales enablement and culinary solutions, all guided by advanced data and insights. It differs from competitors by operating as a umbrella of specialized agencies rather than a single firm, enabling cohesive, cross-channel programs and seamless data-driven execution. Its goal is to accelerate brand growth everywhere products are sold by connecting today’s commerce activities with tomorrow’s opportunities.

Company size
1-10
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Jacksonville, FL
Founded
2023

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