Food Service & Dishwasher Associate

Ikea Ab

Costa Mesa (CA)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 39,000

Part time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Earned wages access

Paid parental leave

KinderCare tuition discount

Retirement and bonus plans

Co-worker discount

Meal deal

Referral bonus

Pet insurance

Education assistance

Safety shoe reimbursement

Telehealth

Dental and vision plans

Medical and Rx plans

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

IKEA is seeking a Food Service Team Member in Costa Mesa, CA for a permanent part-time role (12–20 hrs/week). You will prepare and maintain IKEA Food offerings, assist customers in purchases, and ensure safety and cleanliness in all dining and retail areas.

Responsibilities include managing merchandising, pricing, and FIFO stock rotation, plus adhering to food safety and workplace regulations. Night and weekend shifts are required; benefits listed apply after eligibility.

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.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Merchandising basics

Teamwork

Education

Food Handler Certification

Food Handler Card

Job description

Why we will love you

Food is your passion, whether you're cooking or serving customers. You know food plays a vital role in creating a better everyday life for the many people – especially when it's honest, healthy and delicious.

What you'll be doing day to day

As a Food Service Team Member ensuring operational excellence of IKEA Food, you will:

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.

Together as a Team

We are the ones meeting our customers – in our stores, online, in our catalogue and beyond. We have knowledge of the IKEA product range, local markets and customer needs and we constantly find new ways of making real connections with our customers to maximize sales and profitability. Together with thousands of colleagues around the world we're a diverse team working for the continued global success of the IKEA Concept – a concept that helps millions of customers create a better everyday life!

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.

JOB TYPE: Permanent –Part-Time (limited benefits)

HOURS: 12–20 hrs/week (PT)

PAY RANGE: $19.91 - $28.12

SHIFT: Retail Environment; must be able to work nights & weekends.