Food Demo Tasting Specialist

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and sell products by educating customers on ingredient uses, recipe suggestions, and preparation methods.
• Set up and manage demo or sample stations throughout the store, procuring necessary products and tracking usage.
• Promote sales through suggestive selling techniques and proactive customer engagement.
• Track and record the ROI of manned sampling stations.
• Maintain high food safety and sanitation standards in the department.
• Assist customers with product questions and help maintain department cleanliness by facing shelves during downtime.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in selling or customer service.
• Basic food knowledge, including an interest in flavor profiles and cooking methods.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs individually and push/pull loads up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand motions, bending, reaching, kneeling, and twisting.
• Ability to calculate figures such as weights, discounts, and percentages.

Preferred Qualifications

• Food safety certification.
• Demonstrated curiosity for food trends and culinary exploration.

About the Company

HEB is a leading retailer, and Central Market is our specialty brand dedicated to providing high-quality ingredients, unique products, and an exceptional culinary experience for food enthusiasts.