Food and Beverage Assistant - IKEA Gateshead

Ikea; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Join IKEA as a Food and Beverage Assistant and be part of a vibrant Restaurant & Kitchen team at the Gateshead store. This role offers a basic hourly rate of £12, along with perks like a co-worker discount and development opportunities. Ideal for those passionate about food and committed to providing exceptional customer experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

15% co-worker discount

Employee Assistance Program

Life Assurance

Free meal every shift

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and healthy food experience for customers.
• Work alongside Food Managers or Team Leaders.
• Ensure attention to safety, efficiency, and multitasking.

Skills

Team player

Multitasking

Positive attitude

Job description

Food and Beverage Assistant - IKEA Gateshead, Gateshead

Client: Ikea

Location: Gateshead, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 0361950a2b31

Job Views: 32

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

At IKEA, it is so much more than a job.

We are looking to welcome Food Co-workers to join our delightful Restaurant & Kitchen team in our Gateshead store.

Expected Starting Date: 7 July

WHAT WE OFFER

• 12.00 basic hourly rate
• Living Wage Foundation Employer
• Contract sizes - 8 hours, 12 hours, and 16 hours
• Options for weekend-only contracts or evening and weekend contracts with availability until 22:00
• Permanent contracts, advanced scheduling, and regular weekends off
• Applicants must be over 18 due to Health & Safety regulations

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

• 15% co-worker discount & I-Benefits discount portal
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Portal
• Life Assurance, pension contributions, interest-free loans
• Additional holiday on Christmas
• Family-friendly policies & benefits
• Development opportunities from day one
• Free parking and a free hot or cold meal every shift

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

Are you a team player with a passion for food and people? Prior experience in food is desirable but not essential. A positive, proactive attitude and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment are key.

DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES

You will work alongside Food Managers or Team Leaders to create a safe, healthy, delicious, sustainable, and joyful food experience for customers and colleagues. Attention to safety, efficiency, and multitasking are essential in this fast-paced environment.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

We value diversity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Join us to be part of a team that celebrates uniqueness and talents.