Bistro Cold Preparation/ Server - Part-time

At IKEA we invite you to grow in your own way. That could be growing in your position, expanding your horizons or even moving to a new country.

ABOUT THE JOB Contribute to a positive experience for our customers/co-workers by preparing and serving food according to the IKEA Food Concept to strengthen IKEA’s position as the best home furnishing store.

YOUR ASSIGNMENT Your main tasks will include:

• Plan, prepare and maintain cold prep menu items in accordance with IKEA recipes and place in cooling stations or in serving line cases.
• Prepare menu items following IKEA’s food concept according to specifications using approved ingredients and in accordance with health standards.
• Serve customers on the food line and in the dining room.
• May perform light baking and assist in preparation of ingredients to be stored for next day use.
• Follow all health regulations for proper food handling and hygiene in preparation of food and in use of materials, utensils and equipment.
• Communicate to manager and/or complete ordering and inventory needs . Inform manager of any safety hazards or equipment hazards
• Clean and maintain equipment, materials and utensils according to equipment cleaning standards set
• Promote a safe working environment for fellow co-workers, customer and visitors by reporting any safety hazards, concerns or ideas for improvement.
• Follow food handling health, safety and sanitation regulations and guidelines

YOUR PROFILE Your knowledge, skills and experience include 1-3 years of experience in the following area:

• Cold prep food handling experience in a full service restaurant or institutional food service establishment
• Good customer service, and verbal communication skills
• High or equivalent
• Knowledge and interest in Home Furnishings
• Effective verbal and written skills in the English language
• Contribute to an environment where the IKEA culture is a strong and living reality that embraces the diversity of co-workers and customers.
• Ability to work independently and in groups
• Basic computer skills
• Prefer fast-paced, retail work environment
• Basic math skills
  

Additional Information. Work Location: Fast-paced, deadline driven, high volume retail store. Physical/Mental Demands (Essential Functions): Having the ability to access and observe all areas of the store; to handle multiple and changing priorities/deadlines and moderate stress; to communicate with customers and co-workers and manage conflict; to lift and move 50 lbs.; to use the PC for extended periods during the shift; to wear PPE (personal protective equipment); and to use small power tools and related equipment. Physical/Mental Demands (Non Essential Functions): Bending, stretching, reaching, climbing, lifting and wearing required IKEA uniform.

GROWING TOGETHER IKEA offers an exciting and empowering work environment in a global marketplace. And as the world’s leader at life at home, you have exceptional opportunities to grow and develop together with us.
These positions offer a guaranteed work week of 20-31 hours per week or 32-40 hours per week. Must be able to work on weekends, public holidays and various shifts including morning, afternoon and evening shifts.

Key Skills, abilities and experience needed for the positions:

•Motivated and inspired by the IKEA Values.
•Service minded and always keep the guest/customer in focus
•Enthusiastic about working with others in a team
•Good attention to details and the ability to prioritize and organize individual work duties in order to make the most efficient us of available time available.
•Follow food handling, health, safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations and guidelines.
•Provide visitors with a position shopping/dining experience by ensuring guest/customer convenience standards are met or exceeded.
IKEA provides a comprehensive benefits package to help you achieve your personal and wellness goals including:

•Health and Rx insurance – rated at Platinum and Gold (Medical and Rx is available for those co-workers who work 20+ hours per week)
•Dental insurance
•Vision – free for full time co-workers, slight cost share for part time co-workers
•Health and Dependent care FSA’s
•Company paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
•Tuition reimbursement
•401(k) with Company Match
•Loyalty Bonus towards Retirement – TACK program
•EAP
•Short and Long term disability (Short and long term disability is available for co-workers who work 20+ hours per week)

Other great benefits include:

•Work/life balance
•Generous PTO and paid sick time
•Store discount
•Training and development
•Meal discount

***International co-workers wishing to apply for this position should have the legal right to work in the US, or be in possession of a valid work visa.