Kids' Play Area Associate — Caring Customer Service

IKEA; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Holiday and sick time

WiselyPay – early wages

Paid parental leave

KinderCare tuition discount

Retirement and bonus plans

Co-worker discount

Meal deal

Pet insurance

Education assistance

Safety shoe reimbursement

Telehealth

Dental and vision plans

Medical and Rx plans

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

IKEA Minneapolis is seeking a part-time Children's Activity Area Associate to support our Småland play facility, creating a safe and welcoming environment for visiting children while their caregivers shop.

You will register children, supervise play, plan activities, keep the area clean, and build meaningful connections with families. You may also assist in other customer experience tasks as needed, including cashier or greeter coverage, evenings and weekends required.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or childcare preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification training provided.

Responsibilities

• Register children, monitor and supervise play, and maintain a clean and hygienic environment.
• Plan and execute children's activities both in and outside Småland.
• Build meaningful and empathetic relationships with children and their caretakers.
• Adhere to IKEA play facility and safety & security policies and procedures.
• Support in other areas of the customer experience, such as cashier and greeter roles when needed.

Skills

Retail experience

Childcare experience

Job description

IKEA Minneapolis is seeking a part-time Children's Activity Area Associate to support our Småland play facility, creating a safe and welcoming environment for visiting children while their caregivers shop.

You will register children, supervise play, plan activities, keep the area clean, and build meaningful connections with families. You may also assist in other customer experience tasks as needed, including cashier or greeter coverage, evenings and weekends required.