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Lead Event Specialist Part Time

Acosta Group

Location: Athens, Georgia
Type: Part-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: July 9, 2026
Description
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.
Requisition Type
Hourly
Job Schedule
Part time
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 the upcoming events and the execution
of past events in their store.When Supervisor is absent, be the
point person for all events being conducted in the store. Assists other Event
Specialists with event kits, materials and tools as needed.Assist Supervisor by always
providing leadership and knowledge to the team. Possesses the aptitude and ability
to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.Has desire and ability to
proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a
positive manner.Able to assist/perform all job
responsibilities assigned to the demo program. Can effectively communicate the
features and benefits of the product.Ability to prepare and serve food
samples including raw meats, produce and eggs complying with food safety
guidelines. Ability to prepare and serve food
samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee
makers and knives. Can maintain a clean, sterile and
safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.Maintains a professional
appearance consistent with the requirements of the job. Properly sets up and prepares
Event Table for execution. Completes all work assigned. Assists with preparation for
client visits and completes audit corrections. Builds and maintains rapport with
store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives. Completes expense reports as per
Company Policy. Prepares and submits all on-line
requirements on the same day as Event execution. Takes digital photos of Perfect
Table Setup to document success stories for clients.This role is not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per
week, although the company does maintain the discretion to change the role
based on the needs of the business and/or the client.
This job description does not imply that the above functions
are the only tasks that may be performed. Individuals will be expected to
follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related
tasks as directed by management.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able
to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below
are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential duties.
Responsibilities With Regard to Workers’ Compensation
Claims:
You are responsible for reporting all employment related injuries
you incur to your direct supervisor as soon as possible following an incident
resulting in an injury.
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:
The employee will be regularly required to: Stand; Walk; Use
hands and fingers to handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms (including
reaching overhead); Talk and hear; Visual ability to read instructions and
perform responsibilities; 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 fully laden
with appliances, supplies and product; Prepare foods using raw products (e.g.,
meats, poultry), using cooking utensils such as knives, convection oven, coffee
maker, electric fryer, microwaves; Be in contact with cleaning supplies.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Will be point of contact when Supervisor is absent.
Working Conditions:
Retail store environment with limited travel.
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.
Language Skills:
English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual
skills may be required based on business necessity.
14.50 - 14.50