Kitchen Production Assistant Role at IKEA

Job Details:

Job Summary

At IKEA, it’s about more than just a job.

We’re seeking to invite Food & Beverage Assistants to become part of our wonderful Restaurant & Kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity, and you’ll become a valuable part of a fantastic team!

• Mark your calendar for the induction on November 25 and 26, 2023.
• In the IKEA realm, we refer to this role as a Food Co-Worker.

Our Offerings:

• Compensation of £10.90 per hour, in line with the Living Wage Foundation standards.
• This position entails a weekend-exclusive commitment, involving 8 hours of work per week, spanning 2 days out of a 7-day week.
• Our peak periods typically occur during weekends and evenings.
• The operational hours fall within the timeframe of 8:30 am to 9:00 pm.

Benefits and Advantages:

• We provide affordable breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, including healthy meals, snacks, and desserts in our staff restaurant.
• Enjoy a 15% staff discount on all IKEA products and access our Discounts Portal to save hundreds of pounds at high street retailers.
• You’ll receive our stylish IKEA uniform and all the necessary tools for your role.
• Take time off for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and receive an end-of-year gift.
• We offer a wide array of family-friendly policies and benefits, including generous annual leave.
• We’re committed to your development at IKEA from day one.
• Access a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Portal.
• We provide Life Assurance, enhanced statutory pension contributions, and interest-free loans.

What You Should Bring:

We’re seeking individuals like you who can assist us in delivering the flavors of Sweden and ensuring an exceptional customer experience with sustainable, high-quality food. Your role will involve collaborating with a dedicated and welcoming team to enhance the daily lives of many, all while embracing change with a problem-solving approach. The work environment is highly dynamic and fast-paced, requiring multitasking and regular heavy lifting when preparing and serving food.

While prior experience in the food industry is beneficial, it’s not a strict requirement if you possess a hands-on attitude and are willing to take on various tasks and challenges as they arise. If you have previous kitchen experience, such as in catering or food production, we encourage you to get in touch with us!

Your Daily Responsibilities as a Kitchen Production Assistant:

• You’ll be under the guidance of a Food Manager or Team Leader, working alongside them in the kitchen to create a food experience that’s safe, healthy, delicious, sustainable, affordable, and enjoyable for both customers and co-workers.
• Your day-to-day tasks will involve preparing and serving customers from breakfast to dinner. You’ll be responsible for producing substantial quantities of high-quality food for our diverse customer base.
• This role is physically demanding but comes with its own rewards. If you appreciate a job that offers variety, you’ll thrive in this role.
• The kitchen is a safety-focused, fast-paced environment that mandates attention to detail for safety in all aspects and efficient multitasking to ensure IKEA remains a secure and enjoyable place for people to shop, work, and have fun.
• You’ll also be stationed in the dish area, contributing to maintaining a continuous supply of clean dishes, cutlery, pots, and pans for our customers and food handlers.

Recruitment Process Details:

• If you have any specific needs or requirements during the interview process, please inform us promptly.
• Initial stage: Kindly include an up-to-date CV with your application to help us gain a better understanding of you.
• Next stage: If your application progresses successfully, you’ll receive an invitation for an interview with one of our hiring managers.

Join us in experiencing a unique perspective and contributing to the creation of a better everyday life for many.

Please note that IKEA retains the right to close a job vacancy earlier than its initial advertisement.