Sampler

We have an exciting position opening as a PT Sampler (Weekends only) for our Smithtown store!  This individual will be responsible for providing food samples to our store customers in an approachable, friendly manner.  This individual will slice, cut, pour and fill sample cups, placing them on the respective cart for customers.  This individual will help drive sales of the food items by offering a sample of the food item and answering any questions that the customer has.  

Responsibilities

• Will be responsible for drawing customers into food sampling table/cart and encouraging them to try the item
• Will answer all questions customers might have regarding the food item
• Will cut, slice, pour and fill sample cups/plates and place them on table/cart for sampling purpose
• Will always use proper food handling guidelines, being mindful of our polices and procedures
• If food item requires heating, individual will operate a small tabletop oven to heat food items ensuring that the temperature is appropriate for all customer
• Other duties and functions as assigned

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Must be 18 years or older
• A minimum of 1 year of previous sales experience working with food is required
• Must be well dressed and approachable with excellent communication skills
• An outgoing personality with excitement to display and provide samples to our customers is required
• Position requires an individual who enjoys interfacing with the public and who has excellent energy to overcome objections and rejections
• Individual must love to smile in order to attract customers to the table/cart
• Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(K), 50% off of lunch, 25% off in store shopping and more!

Working Conditions

• Most of the time is spent moving about continuously on hard surfaces. There may be a need to frequently position oneself to examine and/or scan merchandise, including bending, climbing, crawling, handling, pulling, reaching, and stooping.
• May require lifting objects up to 30 pounds. May require lifting and moving heavy and/or awkward objects more than 30 pounds with assistance.
• Usually in a comfortable indoor environment surrounded by moving machinery and/or loud equipment that may require shouting in order to be heard. There could be exposure to temperature extremes from freezers, ovens, and/or coolers.
• There may be occasional exposure to cleaning agents.