Food and Beverage Assistant - IKEA Gateshead

TN United Kingdom; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Food and Beverage Assistant, where you will be part of a vibrant team dedicated to delivering a Swedish-inspired food experience. This role offers a flexible schedule with options for weekend-only or evening shifts, along with a competitive hourly rate. Enjoy a range of benefits including a co-worker discount, free meals, and opportunities for career development. If you have a passion for food and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

15% co-worker discount

Free meals every shift

Employee Assistance Program

Pension contributions

Career development opportunities

Free parking

Additional holiday on Christmas

Qualifications

• Team player with a passion for food and people.
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Serve a diverse customer base in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Maintain safety standards and support food service goals.

Skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Food Knowledge

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Food and Beverage Assistant - IKEA Gateshead, Gateshead

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Client:

Ikea

Location:

Gateshead, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

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Date posted: 14/06/

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Date posted: 14/06/

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 or evening/weekend contracts with availability until 22:00
• Flexibility on availability discussed during interviews
• Permanent contracts, advanced scheduling & regular weekends off

Due to Health & Safety regulations, applicants must be over 18.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

• 15% co-worker discount & I-Benefits discount portal
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Portal
• X3 Life Assurance, pension contributions & interest-free loans
• Additional holiday on Christmas
• Family policies & benefits
• Career development opportunities
• 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? Knowledge of food items is a plus, but not essential if you have a proactive attitude.

You will help deliver a Swedish-inspired food experience, contributing to a friendly and passionate team, in a fast-paced environment requiring multitasking and heavy lifting.

Prior food experience is desirable but not necessary.

DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve a diverse customer base in a fast-paced kitchen environment, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Work alongside Food Managers or Team Leaders to create a safe, healthy, and joyful food experience.

Maintain safety standards, multitask, and support the IKEA food service goals.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

We value diversity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team, where your unique talents are recognized and appreciated.