Swedish Food Market & Bistro (Sales and Service) Coworker - Part-time

ABOUT THE JOB Increase sales in the Swedish Bistro/Foodmarket by utilizing effective selling and merchandising skills to satisfy customer needs and to strengthen IKEA’s position as the best home furnishing store

YOUR ASSIGNMENT Your main tasks will include:

• Perform cashiering opening and closing procedures as assigned and adhere to cash balancing policies.
• Plan and execute sampling programs according to the Commercial Calendar.
• Ensure food sales are processed in an accurate and timely manner
• Follow food handling health, safety and sanitation regulations and guidelines
• Perform customer flow studies as directed by the IKEA Food manager
• Perform Basic Actions in Swedish Foodmarket area including replenishment, cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining utensils and equipment for sampling areas
• Maintain sanitary sales and storage facilities by adhering to state and local sanitation requirements and codes.
• Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock; anticipating and communicating needs; insuring FIFO and best before dates; verifying receipt and handling storage.
• Perform daily temperature tests to ensure food and refrigerated and freezer equipment is maintained at appropriate temperature.
• Adhere to inventory control and monthly and weekly inventory routines and all other administration routines.
• Support and develop co-operation with fellow co-workers, through working closely together, sharing knowledge and showing understanding of each others responsibilities in order to present the range in the most commercially profitable way; reflecting our range priorities, low price profile and unique offer.
• Utilize the Concept Description, Documentation and manuals together with the relevant tools to develop the business and yourself.
• Promote a safe working environment for fellow co-workers, customer and visitors by reporting any safety hazards, concerns or ideas for improvement.
• Perform basic merchandising routines and execute SFM merchandising platforms

YOUR PROFILE Your knowledge, skills and experience include:

Knowledge/Experience: 6 months of experience in the following knowledge areas:

• Good mathematical ability and cash handling experience
• Good customer service, and verbal communication skills
• Merchandising and problem-solving skills High school 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 (25 kg); 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.We have two part time positions offering between 20-31 hours per week. Must have flexible availability to work nights, weekends, and public holidays.

IKEA pays depending on experience. The minimum wage for this position is $13.20/hr.

IKEA provides a comprehensive benefits packages to help you achieve your personal and wellness goals including:
•Health and Rx insurance – rated at Platinum and Gold
•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

Other great benefits include:
•Work/life balance
•Generous PTO and paid sick time
•Store discount
•Training and development
•Meal discount