Demo Coordinator

Department: MarketingJob Summary:
The Demo Coordinator conducts an average of twenty food demonstrations each month, geared to create customer excitement about Whole Foods Market products. Assists the Marketing Team Leader with various marketing and store promotional projects and holiday initiatives and acts as a liaison with vendors wishing to have products sampled within the store. Maintains a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly and efficient customer service. Supports the Team Leader and Regional Coordinator in maintaining regional standards.
REQUIREMENTS
Duties and Responsibilities:
Conducts creative, well displayed, and attractive demos during busy times in the store, allowing customers to sample products, conveying excitement and a positive attitude toward Whole Foods Market and its products.
Orders/buys supplies necessary to run demos successfully.
Works closely with departmental buyers so that necessary product is available.
Accurately completes all necessary paperwork.
Attends periodic demo meetings and trainings.
Communicates any departmental concerns to the Marketing Team Leader and/or Store Team Leader.
Communicates demo information and schedule with Team Members.
Keeps informed about food trends communicates information to Team Members.
Follows food safety and sanitation guidelines.
Answers customer questions and solves problems in the Team Leader’s absence.Requirements:
Ability to cook with or without a recipe.
Ability to perform simple math operations.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in English.
Ability to understand and complete departmental transfers.
Ability to knowledgeably communicate the product line to the customer.
Ability to use or learn word processing, spreadsheet, and order processing software.
Creativity, with an eye for detail.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Must be 18 years or older and able to work a maximum of 8-10 hours per day.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break.
Ability to bend and stoop to grasp objects, climb ladders, lift loads, not to exceed 50 pounds unassisted, push and pull carts weighing up to 100 pounds unassisted.
Ability to visually examine products for quality and signage/labeling for accuracy.
Demonstrated proficiency in the proper use of a dumpster, baler, knives, slicers, ovens, box cutters, and all related equipment.
Thorough knowledge of all relevant Whole Foods Market policies and standards.
Willingness to work both independently and as part of a team.
Able to work a variety of shifts including weekends, evenings, and holidays.