Customer Experience & Kids Play Area Associate

Ikea Ab; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

WiselyPay

Paid parental leave

KinderCare tuition discount

Retirement and bonus plans

Co-worker discount

Pet insurance program

Education assistance and learning

Safety shoe reimbursement

24/7 telehealth visits

Dental and vision plans

Medical and Rx plans

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

IKEA in Emeryville, CA is seeking a Children's Activity Area Associate to help create a safe, welcoming play space for kids while families shop. This hourly, part-time role emphasizes great service and teamwork.

You will register and supervise children in Småland, assist with activities, and support other customer‑facing tasks as needed. Retail or childcare experience is preferred, CPR/First Aid training is provided, and the schedule is open across weekdays and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or childcare preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification training provided.
• Physical Demands: Lifting and Carrying Occasionally (1-25lbs).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to creating a pleasant and safe environment for the children that visit our play facility.
• Register children, monitor and entertain children while in the playroom, and maintain a clean and hygienic environment.
• Participate in the planning and execution of children's activities both in and outside of Småland.
• Build meaningful and empathetic relationships with children and their caretakers.
• Strictly adhere to all IKEA play facility and safety & security policy and procedures.
• Support in other areas of the customer experience function as needed, such as cashier and greeter role to provide additional coverage when needed.

Skills

Retail experience

Childcare experience

First Aid CPR

Job description

IKEA in Emeryville, CA is seeking a Children's Activity Area Associate to help create a safe, welcoming play space for kids while families shop. This hourly, part-time role emphasizes great service and teamwork.

You will register and supervise children in Småland, assist with activities, and support other customer‑facing tasks as needed. Retail or childcare experience is preferred, CPR/First Aid training is provided, and the schedule is open across weekdays and weekends.