Kitchen Production Team Leader

IKEA USA; Stoughton (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

IKEA USA is seeking a Kitchen Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of its restaurant and bistro. This role involves managing inventory, ensuring food safety, training co-workers, and delivering exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience in high-volume kitchen settings and a passion for food quality and safety.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Co-worker discount

Pet insurance program

Education assistance programs

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a high-volume customer-facing restaurant kitchen.
• Knowledge of HACCP plans and food safety systems.
• Familiarity with local and Federal food legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate kitchen operations in the IKEA Restaurant and Bistro.
• Ensure compliance with food operating and safety standards.
• Plan, prepare and maintain menu items per specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Food Safety

Training

Education

Food Handlers Certification/Card

Job description

Why we will love you

You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share your uniqueness. Join our team and start a better life for yourself.

What you'll be doing day to day

Managing, directing, and coordinating the day-to-day kitchen operations in the IKEA Restaurant, Bistro and Co-worker restaurant including goods flow, inventory management, purchasing, ordering, waste management and the connected invoicing within the function.• Ensuring IKEA Food Operating and Safety Standards are consistently met to support brand consistency.• Managing and training the IKEA Food Production and Dish room Co-workers to provide the guest with a positive sales and service experience.• Auditing and assessing the equipment in the Restaurant and Bistro production and serving areas and assigning co-workers to maintain cleanliness and proper operation.• Planning, preparing and maintaining menu items according to specifications and guidelines using approved ingredients.• Implementing and monitoring IKEA’s Food Safety prerequisites and training programs.• Ensuring that the operations of all IKEA Food areas in the IKEA Store operate in accordance with IKEA Quality and Food Safety requirements and other local legislation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 Years of experience leading in a high-volume restaurant kitchen in a customer facing environment• Preferred, Food Handlers Certification/Card• Knowledge of HACCP plans and food quality and safety systems• Knowledge of local and Federal food legislation

Apply now!

JOB TYPE – Permanent; Full timeBENEFITS ELIGIBLE - YesHOURS – 38-40 hours/week; Retail environment. Must have open availability Monday through Sunday.The full hourly range for this role is $26.97 - $38.00At 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 Rxplans (must work min. 20 hrs/wk)*A fun and inclusive work environmentThank you for your interest in applying for this role. Please be aware that this is a Sensitive Position. The successful candidate will be required to complete a background check and a drug test as a condition of employment for this role