IKEA Food Associate (12-20hrs/wk)

IKEA USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading furniture retailer in New York is seeking a part-time Food Service Team Member to ensure operational excellence in their food service area. Responsibilities include preparing menu items, managing customer inquiries, and maintaining cleanliness. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in a high-volume environment. Enjoy competitive hourly rates and generous benefits including paid time off and discounts.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Retirement and bonus plans

Co-worker discount

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain IKEA Food menu items following health standards.
• Respond to customer inquiries and process sales transactions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining and food areas.

Skills

Customer service

Food handling

Merchandising

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.

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.

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JOB TYPE – Permanent, Part-Time

BENEFITS ELIGIBLE? Limited

HOURS – 12-20 hours/wk. Shift: Retail Environment, must be able to work nights & weekends.

The hourly pay range for this position is $19.52 - $27.86.

At IKEA, taking care of our co-workers and their dependents is a top priority. That’s why we offer our eligible, regular co-workers (part-time and full-time) a full menu of benefits and perk options to help everyone maintain work and life balance, be well and plan for their future. Join our team and enjoy these benefits and so much more!

Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time

WiselyPay – get earned wages up to two days early

Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)

KinderCare tuition discount

Retirement and bonus plans

Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus

Pet insurance program

Education assistance and learning programs

Safety shoe reimbursement

24/7 telehealth visits

Dental and vision plans

Medical and Rx plans (must work min. 20 hrs/wk)

A fun and inclusive work environment