Sushi Brand Ambassador/Sampling Agent at HISSHO INTERNATIONAL LLC

St. Louis, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Product Sampling, Brand Promotion, Interpersonal Communication, Food Safety, Sanitation Practices, Sales Conversion, Retail Operations, Time Management, Independent Work

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Description Hissho Sushi is the second-largest sushi franchise in the country, proudly operating in over 2,600+ locations across 80+ retail partners, including grocery stores, universities, hospitals, airports, and more. Our franchise-first model is built on a foundation of operational excellence, innovation, and strong retail relationships. We are committed to supporting our franchisees and delivering exceptional service and products to our customers. Hissho Sushi is seeking an energetic, reliable, and customer-focused Sushi Brand Ambassador / Sampling Agent to represent our sushi program inside select Schnucks stores. This role engages customers, offers product samples, educates shoppers about Hissho Sushi products, and helps drive awareness, trial, and sales. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Represent the Hissho Sushi brand by engaging Schnucks customers in a friendly, professional, and approachable manner. · Set up, maintain, and break down sampling stations according to food safety and brand standards. · Offer sushi samples and explain product features, ingredients, flavors, freshness, and quality points. · Encourage product trial and help convert sampling interactions into purchases. · Promote featured rolls, new items, limited-time offers, and core assortment items. · Maintain a clean, organized, and attractive sampling area throughout the shift. · Follow all food safety, sanitation, glove-use, temperature control, and allergen awareness procedures. · Build positive relationships with Schnucks store teams and department managers. · Track basic sampling activity, customer feedback, product interest, and notable sales observations. · Represent the Hissho Sushi brand with professionalism, enthusiasm, and consistency while always maintaining a polished appearance. Requirements REQUIREMENTS: · Previous experience in customer service, food sampling, retail, hospitality, food service, or brand promotion preferred. · Comfortable approaching customers and initiating conversations. · Strong communication and interpersonal skills. · Professional appearance and positive attitude. · Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a retail grocery environment. · Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision. · Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices preferred. · Must be able to follow sampling procedures and brand guidelines. · Reliable transportation from The Hill Food Hall to assigned Schnucks locations is required. Physical Requirements · Ability to stand and walk for the duration of the shift. · Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds as needed. · Ability to set up and break down sampling materials. · Ability to work in refrigerated grocery areas and around food preparation/display cases. Schedule · Part-time schedule based on store needs, promotional calendar, and high-traffic shopping periods. · Availability on weekends, lunch periods, and early evening hours is preferred. · Travel between assigned Schnucks locations may be required. · Typical sampling events may range from 1 to 3 hours each, depending on store traffic and promotional needs, with multiple events per shift.

Responsibilities

Represent the Hissho Sushi brand by engaging customers and providing product samples within Schnucks stores. Educate shoppers on product features and quality to drive awareness and increase sales.