Food Service Associate (12-19hrs/wk)

You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you. A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It is the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself. Food is your passion, whether you're cooking or serving customers. You know food plays a vital role in creating a better everyday life for the many people – especially when it is honest, healthy and delicious. What you'll be doing day to day Prepare and maintain IKEA Food menu items according to the IKEA Food concept. Adhere to food handling, health, and sustainability standards. Respond to customer inquiries to support informed purchases and process sales transactions accurately and efficiently while following cash handling policies. Maintain equipment operation by following operating guidelines, troubleshooting breakdowns, and performing preventive and cleaning maintenance. Keep a clean supply of dishes, silverware, cooking utensils, pots, pans, and trays that meet Food Safety Standards. Ensure the cleanliness and organization of dining and play areas. Manage the Swedish Food Market by overseeing merchandising, pricing, stock rotation, and the cleaning and sanitization of sampling equipment and areas. Ensure accurate and timely price communication across all food solutions, including digital platforms, menu boards, and shelf tags. Maintain supply rotation and stocking in all IKEA Food solutions, following FIFO, expiration dates, and sustainability standards. Implement IKEA Food policies and procedures for goods receiving and monthly inventory. Adhere to safe food handling, workplace safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations, reporting concerns to managers promptly. Contribute to an environment where IKEA culture is a strong, living reality that embraces the diversity of co‑workers and customers. Together as a team We are the ones meeting our customers – in our stores, online, in our catalogue and beyond. We have knowledge of the IKEA product range, local markets and customer needs and we constantly find new ways of making real connections with our customers to maximize sales and profitability. Together with thousands of colleagues around the world, we are a diverse team working for the continued global success of the IKEA Concept – a concept that helps millions of customers create a better everyday life! Job details Job type – Permanent, Part‑Time Benefits eligible? limited Hours – 12-19 hours/wk. Shift: Retail Environment, must be able to work nights & weekends. The hourly pay range for this position is $19.91 - $28.12. At IKEA, taking care of our co‑workers and their dependents is a top priority. That's why we offer our eligible, regular co‑workers (part‑time and full‑time) a full menu of benefits and perk options to help everyone maintain work and life balance, be well and plan for their future. Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time WiselyPay – get earned wages up to two days early Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks) KinderCare tuition discount Retirement and bonus plans Co‑worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus Pet insurance program Education assistance and learning programs Safety shoe reimbursement 24/7 telehealth visits Dental and vision plans Medical and Rx plans (must work min. 20 hrs/wk) A fun and inclusive work environment Qualifications Minimum 2 years related experience. Experience in a high‑volume customer‑facing environment preferred. Experience in a high‑volume retail environment with knowledge of basic merchandising and selling concepts preferred. Food Handler Certification and/or Food Handler Card (as required by local jurisdiction) required within 30 days of employment. The starting rate/salary for this position ranges from 19.91 USD to 28.12 USD and will be based on relevant work experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Inter IKEA Systems B.V.