• Arlington Heights, Illinois
• Food
• 22.5/ｈ
• Temporary employee
•  9:00AM – 5:00PM

Job Description

Position
In-Store Demonstrator – Iwate Fair

Summary
We are hiring enthusiastic and dependable individuals to join the Iwate Prefecture Fair as in-store demonstrators. In this role, you will prepare and serve food samples, engage with customers, and promote premium products from Iwate, Japan. This is a short-term event opportunity ideal for candidates who enjoy interacting with people and working with food.

Essential Duties

• Provide food samples to customers in a welcoming and professional manner

• Prepare and cook sampling items (grilling beef, boiling noodles, cutting, plating, and serving)

• Maintain cleanliness of the demonstration area, including dishwashing and sanitation tasks

• Share basic product information to encourage customer interest and purchases

• Follow food safety guidelines and store policies at all times

• Work cooperatively with other demonstrators to ensure smooth event operations

Working Hours, Working Style

• October 11–12 (Sat–Sun), 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• October 18–19 (Sat–Sun), 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• 5 hours per day (schedule may be adjusted for staffing needs)

Working Location
Iwate Fair (venue details provided separately)

Salary/Benefit

• Hourly wage: TBD (based on experience)

• Free staff meal provided

• Gain experience in food demonstrations and event promotions

Holidays

• Work dates limited to event days only

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service, retail, or event work preferred but not required

• Comfortable performing light cooking tasks (grilling, boiling, plating)

• Strong customer service and communication skills

• Reliable, punctual, and available for scheduled event dates

• Ability to stand for extended periods and manage a busy event environment

• Food handler’s certification a plus

Products for Sampling

1. Iwate Beef – grilling and cutting required

2. Hitomebore Rice (Iwate) – pre-cooked rice provided

3. Todaya Morioka Cold Noodles – noodles boiled on-site at Nagomi Kitchen

4. Tada Natural Farm Yogurt (drinkable/spoonable, subject to change)

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