Food Associate, IKEA

IKEA

Location:
United States, Brooklyn

Category:
Gastronomy

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

19.52 - 27.86 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

Food Associate position at IKEA involves ensuring operational excellence in food preparation, customer service, equipment maintenance, merchandising, and adherence to food safety and sustainability standards.

Job Responsibility:

Prepare and maintain IKEA Food menu items according to the IKEA Food concept
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
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

Requirements:

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

What we offer:

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 minimum 20 hrs/wk)
a fun and inclusive work environment

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
November 04, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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