Food Service Pro - Guest-Focused, Fast-Paced Ops

IKEA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

WiselyPay – earned wages early

Paid parental leave

Retirement and bonus plans

Co-worker discount

Job summary

IKEA Food is seeking a Food Service Team Member to support operational excellence in IKEA Food. You will prepare and maintain menu items, respond to customer inquiries, and process sales transactions while following safety and sustainability standards.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, keeping dining areas clean, and overseeing merchandising, pricing, and stock rotation for the Swedish Food Market.

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. 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.

Job description

IKEA Food is seeking a Food Service Team Member to support operational excellence in IKEA Food. You will prepare and maintain menu items, respond to customer inquiries, and process sales transactions while following safety and sustainability standards.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, keeping dining areas clean, and overseeing merchandising, pricing, and stock rotation for the Swedish Food Market.