IKEA Food Shift Coordinator

IKEA; London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IKEA discount 15%

Life Assurance

Pension contributions

Rosetta Stone access

Additional paid leave

Job summary

IKEA Hammersmith is seeking a Unit Food Coordinator to lead a fast‑paced, high‑volume operation. You’ll ensure food safety, quality and exceptional guest experiences while coaching the team.

You’ll manage daily tasks, build routines, and support sales and service, with shifts from 07:00 to 22:00, 39 hours a week, including some evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced food service environments.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Structured with routine-building for large teams.
• Flexible to shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operation of the food team and allocate tasks.
• Ensure food safety, quality, and compliance to maximise profitability.
• Deliver consistent, high-quality food experiences and hospitality.
• Collaborate with the Food team to enhance sales support and operations.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Team leadership

High-volume operations

Food production understanding

Structured and adaptable

Job description

IKEA Hammersmith are looking to welcome a Unit Food Coordinator to join our IKEA Food Team.

Bring your passion for food to life at IKEA! As a coordinator of our Food team, you’ll help lead a fast-paced, high-volume operation where great taste, excellent service and operational excellence come together. You’ll motivate the team, ensure the highest standards of food safety and quality, and create an experience that keeps customers coming back. If you’re structured, energetic and thrive in a flexible environment where every day is different, we’d love to hear from you!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Start Date of employment will be 19th November 2026.
• Starting salary of £32,000 per annum, based on competence and experience.
• 39 Hours working 5 days per week including day shift, evenings and alternate weekends.
• Shift patterns will range from 07:00 to 22:00.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on high-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
• Personal growth, learn a new language with Rosetta stone available to all IKEA co-workers.
• Given Day - Additional days’ paid leave to take at any point during the year, when it's important for you.

…as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• An enthusiasm for food and experience working in a high-volume food operation.
• You have a working knowledge of food production and food safety regulations.
• The capacity to guide, motivate and engage with the team.
• You are structured and can establish routines for large teams.
• Ability to adjust to tasks as needed, you will thrive in a versatile environment by focusing on flexibility, speed, and simplicity.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Coordinate the daily operation of the team, allocating and execution of work activities and tasks.
• Apply the appropriate processes and actions daily to secure food safety and compliance, food quality, and operational standards to maximise profitability.
• Ensure that every customer has a consistent and excellent food experience by supporting the team in exceeding expectations of food availability, food quality perception and presentation, hospitality, and service, and responding to the customer needs.
• Identify and work closely together with the Food team to implement sales support tools to optimise commerciality, and secure excellence in operations through building competence in the team.
• Apply appropriate corrective actions based on customer and co-worker feedback and highlight points for improvement in commercial activities and daily operations, working with the IKEA global and national strategies (affordability, accessibility, people & planet).

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to-face interview.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks. Backgrounds checks must be completed by all successful candidates.

This role requires

• Medical questionnaire

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