Food & Beverage Assistant - IKEA Birmingham Store in Coventry

You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.

A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself.

IKEA Birmingham are looking to welcome Food and Beverage Assistants to join our delightful and hardworking team. Working as a Food Co-worker at IKEA involves preparing delicious meals, ensuring a clean and welcoming environment, and providing excellent customer service to create a memorable dining experience.

• Start Date of employment will be: 28th of February
• Competitive hourly rate of £13.45 per hour.
• We have 30hr contracts working 5 x 6hr shifts over 7 days between the hours of 6am and 11pm. For this role we require daytime availability during the week, you will still work a max of 2 evenings and weekends. All contracts will receive every 4th weekend off.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview. All interviews will take place on the 10th of February 2026.

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100's on High-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
• IKEA provides free hot and cold drinks, fruit, salad bar, and a free healthy hot main meal choice every day as well as access to the subsidised co-worker canteen.
• Interest-free loan - IKEA loans, interest-free, money to buy specific IKEA products, a range of tech products, exercise equipment and memberships, solar panels and much more!

• Prior food and customer service experience is a plus, but not required if you are hands-on and willing to roll up your sleeves.
• Ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment.
• Be self-reliant and motivated, ready to work independently and as part of our team.
• Ability to remain organised and detail-orientated, even when things get busy.
• Due to health and safety regulations all applicants must be over the age of 18.

• The role will involve a variety of tasks, where you will be required to serve food, take payment at tills, clean and clear the restaurant and work behind the scenes to prepare food.
• Customer focused, by working together to create the best customer experience. Listen, act, and exceed their expectations every day.
• Ensure all safety protocols and regulations are followed for a secure environment for both our customers and co-workers.
• Support your colleagues, lend a hand, and foster a positive work environment, contributing to a happy team.

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us and feel valued in the workplace. Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.

• Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.
• Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a recruitment event on the 8th of April.
• Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks. Background checks must be completed by all successful candidates. This role requires a medical questionnaire.

For any advice or support, email Recruiter fiona.currie@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!