Food & Dishwashing Co-Worker (Part-Time)

IKEA; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 26,890 - 30,927; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Meal deal

Store discounts

Safety shoe reimbursement

Job summary

A well-known furniture and food retailer in Woodbridge is seeking a part-time Food & Dishwashing Co-Worker. In this role, you will prepare food items, maintain cleanliness, and provide exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates should have experience in high-volume environments and adhere to food safety standards. Benefits include medical, dental, and store discounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years related experience.
• Experience in a high-volume customer facing environment preferred.
• Food Handler Certification required within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain food menu items.
• Respond to customer inquiries and process sales transactions.
• Maintain equipment operation and cleanliness.

Skills

Customer service skills

Food safety knowledge

Basic merchandising skills

Job description

Overview

Food & Dishwashing Co-Worker (Part-Time) – IKEA

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Prepare and maintain IKEA Food menu items according to the IKEA Food concept. Adhering to food handling, health, and sustainability standards.
• Respond to customer inquiries to support informed purchases and process sales transactions accurately and efficiently, adhering to cash handling policies.
• Maintain equipment operation through adherence to operating guidelines, troubleshooting breakdowns, and conducting preventive and cleaning maintenance.
• Maintain a clean supply of dishes, silverware, cooking utensils, pots, pans, and trays that comply with 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, adhering to First In, First Out (FIFO), expiration dates, and sustainability standards. Implements IKEA Food policies and procedures for goods receiving and monthly inventory.
• Adhere to safe food handling, workplace safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations, promptly reporting concerns to managers.
• Contribute to an environment where the IKEA culture is a strong and living reality that embraces the diversity of co-workers and customers.

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.

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

• JOB TYPE – Permanent, Part-time, Hourly Associate
• HOURS – From 12 to 19 hours per week (HL1) // Limited Benefits
• SHIFTS – Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday as a minimum requirement. Work schedules are published one month in advance.
• The starting hourly pay range for this role is $19.52 - $22.45
• Benefits include medical and Rx, dental, vision, 401k, meal deal, store discounts, autism coverage, parental leave, pet insurance, education assistance and more (benefits eligible at 20 hours/week).
• Safety shoe reimbursement and other perks are available.
• At IKEA, taking care of co-workers and their dependents is a top priority. A background check and drug test may be required as a condition of employment.

Thank you for your interest in applying for this role. This is a Sensitive Position. The successful candidate will be required to complete a background check and a drug test as a condition of employment for this role.