Food Service & Dish Associate - Fast-Paced Retail Kitchen

IKEA USA; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Co-worker discount

Dental and vision plans

Medical and Rx plans

Job summary

IKEA USA in Baltimore is seeking a Food Associate to prepare and serve IKEA Food items and assist customers with informed purchases. You will adhere to food safety standards and maintain accurate cash handling while contributing to a positive dining experience.

The role involves maintaining cleaning schedules, stocking, and ensuring FIFO compliance. Open availability and a commitment to IKEA’s culture are valued, with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within the global IKEA team.

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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain IKEA Food menu items according to the IKEA Food concept.
• Respond to customer inquiries to support informed purchases and process sales transactions accurately and efficiently.
• 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 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.

Job description

IKEA USA in Baltimore is seeking a Food Associate to prepare and serve IKEA Food items and assist customers with informed purchases. You will adhere to food safety standards and maintain accurate cash handling while contributing to a positive dining experience.

The role involves maintaining cleaning schedules, stocking, and ensuring FIFO compliance. Open availability and a commitment to IKEA’s culture are valued, with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within the global IKEA team.