Seasonal Retail Associate - Flexible Hours & Benefits

Inter IKEA Systems B.V.; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off and holidays

WiselyPay earned wages

Parental leave

KinderCare discount

Retirement plans and bonus

Co-worker discount and meal deal

Pet insurance

Education assistance

Safety shoe reimbursement

Telehealth services

Dental & vision plans

Medical & Rx plans

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

IKEA is hiring Seasonal Retail Store Associates for full-time, in-store roles. You will rotate across departments, assist customers, maintain merchandising standards, and support food service operations. Training and a positive, inclusive team environment are emphasized.

Expect approximately 90–180 days of open availability, with pay ranging from $18.50 to $26.14 per hour based on experience. Benefits and co-worker programs are highlighted for eligible associates.

Qualifications

• 1 year of retail experience.
• Experience in actively selling through understanding customers and their needs.

Responsibilities

• Actively approach customers requiring additional help, identify their needs and advise them on the best solutions for their homes.
• Keep area of responsibility clean, tidy, priced and fully stocked. Ensure merchandise standards are maintained.
• Convey passion about IKEA products and learn features to help customers make informed choices.
• Build furniture as needed for new products and remodels.
• Prepare and maintain IKEA Food items; serve all Food menu items; follow safe food-handling guidelines.
• Receive inbound goods and ensure inventory accuracy at receiving.
• Flow product to final selling location.
• Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Provide customers with a simple Full Serve Hand Out experience.
• Provide a smooth returns and exchange experience.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer needs understanding

Job description

IKEA is hiring Seasonal Retail Store Associates for full-time, in-store roles. You will rotate across departments, assist customers, maintain merchandising standards, and support food service operations. Training and a positive, inclusive team environment are emphasized.

Expect approximately 90–180 days of open availability, with pay ranging from $18.50 to $26.14 per hour based on experience. Benefits and co-worker programs are highlighted for eligible associates.