Juice Barista

About This Role

This position is responsible for preparing juice and other specialty products for purchase.

Responsibilities

• Properly set up and prepare the area for specialized food products
• Fully read materials that accompany product demonstrations to understand program scope, instructions, production requirements and program compliance
• Follow all safety requirements when using equipment (e.g. hot machinery or sharp blades)
• Practice proper lifting techniques when working with boxes or heavy merchandise
• Adhere to all required tasks and procedures related to safe food handling, preparation, production, packaging, labeling, merchandising and disposal
• Accurately complete all reporting requirements (including on-line requirements) as required
• Regularly check the product event schedule and email for upcoming activities, corporate news updates, event changes and instructions, and supervisor requests
• Complete certifications and attend special training sessions as required
• Follow safety and compliance guidelines for appropriate machine operation, cleaning and maintenance
• Maintain a clean, sterile and safe work area using proper cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Assist other teammates with event set-up or clean-up and/or with kitchen duties when needed
• Conduct food sampling and demonstrations in support of the needs of business
• Follow general set-up and teardown guidelines

Requirements

• Previous experience in Product Marketing, Product Demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry preferred
• Ability to safely and effectively prepare juice or other specialty products for purchase
• Ability to conduct demonstrations and sampling events of other products as needed
• 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 (with weight ranges 50-600 lbs.) to/from the sales floor
• Preparation of foods using produce, machinery and sharp utensils
• Standing for extended periods of time each day
• Work varied hours throughout the day as required
• Climbing with use of a 6’ Step Stool (when necessary)
• Visual ability to read instructions to ensure safety and food safety compliance
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions and hot equipment
• Sit, stand, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and/or other peripherals
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences