Juice Barista Part Time - 8197

Acosta
Champaign, IL

DESCRIPTION

Overview:

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

Pay Rate is $15.00-$16.00/hour

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties and 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.

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.

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Requirements:

Education/Experience: Previous experience in Product Marketing, Product Demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry preferred.

Specific Skills:

  • Ability to safely and effectively prepare juice or other specialty products for purchase.

  • Ability to conduct demonstration and sampling events of other products as needed.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Applicable state and local food safety certification or license.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the team member is regularly required to be able to:

  • 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.

  • Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

  • Communicate information and ideas orally and in writing so others will understand.

  • Identify and understand the speech of another person and interact with customers.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Work Environment: Retail store environment with regular interaction with co-workers, management team members and customers. Moderate to high noise levels associated with a retail warehouse environment. Exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions, food products and cleaning chemicals.

Language Skills: English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

ABOUT US

Product Connections is a part of Acosta Group - a collective of the industry's most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey.

As a full-service marketing agency, we specialize in digital and traditional retail events and demos, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. Our mission is to deliver brand solutions that connect products to the right target at the right time, effectively moving consumers down the conversion funnel.

With over 10,000 experts in the field and more than 150 corporate employees, we have a range of talents and experience that redefine what it means to be a marketing agency. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to think big, grow their skills, and take their careers to the next level. Join Product Connections and discover a workplace where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt-let's build something great together.

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [email protected]. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.

Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting.

The Acosta Group utilizes E-Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates. If you want more information on what this entails and your rights as a job applicant, please use the link provided to access information on our use of E-Verify and your right to work. Employer Resources (e-verify.gov)

By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use.

#DiscoverYourPath

Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Category: Retail

Position Type: Part time

Business Unit: Marketing

Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00

Company: Crossmark Inc.

Req ID: 19388

Employer Description: PRODUCT\ CONNECTIONS\ EMP_DESC

Posted 2026-01-12

Recommended Jobs

Current PhD - Data Science Internship - Summer 2026

Capital One
Chicago, IL

Current PhD - Data Science Internship - Summer 2026 Key Role Details This is a full-time paid internship program spanning ten weeks from June through August 2026. Participation in…

View Details
Posted 2025-11-21

Salesforce Intern - Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP)

accentedge, LLC
Chicago, IL

Key Responsibilities: • Assist in maintaining and updating the Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) platform. • Support data entry, management, and reporting for donors, campaigns, and fundr…

View Details
Posted 2025-12-18

Caregiver

Always Best Care Senior Services - DuPage
Joliet, IL

Job Summary: The Caregiver role is a crucial position for those who rely on others for basic daily care, such as bathing, eating, and personal hygiene. Caregivers work with elderly in the clients' hom…

View Details
Posted 2025-08-28

Pulmonary Disease/Critical Care Physician needed in Normal, IL

Normal, IL

HealthPlus Staffing is assisting one of the largest and most established multi-specialty groups with their search for a BE/BC Pulmonary Disease/Critical Care Physician to join their state of the art…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-07

Staff Accountant

Usa Clinics Group
Northbrook, IL

Why USA Clinics Group? Founded by Harvard-trained physicians with a vision of offering patient-first care beyond the hospital settings, we’ve grown into the nation’s largest network of outpatient vei…

View Details
Posted 2025-11-25

REHABILITATION CASE COORDINATOR I (UMP)

State of Illinois
Chicago, IL

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our abi…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-08

Assistant Director

Learning Care Group
Evanston, IL

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what …

View Details
Posted 2026-01-03

Senior Engineer/Project Manager (Traffic)

AtkinsRéalis
Chicago, IL

Job Description Why join us? AtkinsRéalis is growing fast in the U.S.-and there's never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey. We're committed to engineering a better future fo…

View Details
Posted 2025-11-26