At a Glance
- Tasks: Serve food, take payments, and ensure a great customer experience.
- Company: Join the friendly team at IKEA Exeter for a rewarding career.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, discounts, and generous leave entitlements.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a supportive work environment await you!
- Why this job: Be part of a diverse team creating a better everyday life for many.
- Qualifications: No experience needed, just a positive attitude and readiness to learn.
IKEA Exeter are looking to welcome Food and Beverage Assistants to join our delightful and friendly team. If you are looking for a long-term career in food and hospitality, and the opportunity to work somewhere inclusive - we want to hear from you! We have contracts working in our Customer Restaurant, Kitchen Production and Swedish Food Market/Bistro areas. These are permanent, year-round contracts in a close-knit and motivated team.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Start date of employment will be 5th of September 2026.
- Competitive hourly rate of £13.45 per hour.
- 30 Hours working 5 days over 7 including 3 weekends out of 4.
- 20 Hours working 5 days over 7 including 3 weekends out of 4.
- 12 Hours working 2 days over 7 available to work two 6-hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays, 3 weekends out of 4 as well as ad hoc shifts through the week (Monday to Friday) is required.
- All contracts require availability between the hours of 07:00am - 21:00pm.
- We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.
WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS
- 15% IKEA discount on IKEA products, and access to a Discount Portal to help you save hundreds on High Street retailers.
- End of year gift, generous annual leave entitlement for you to enjoy holidays, and family friendly policies.
- Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions and interest free loans.
- Proud to be a Living Wage Employer.
- Free car parking, a cycle-to-work scheme and season travel ticket loan.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE
- While previous food and customer service experience can be beneficial, we are open to candidates who demonstrate a readiness to be actively involved in the work.
- 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.
- Compliance with health and safety guidelines necessitates that applicants are 18 years of age or older.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
- 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 create a positive work environment, contributing to a proud team.
WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE
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.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION
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 face to face interview in-store. We understand not everyone will be selected, but we promise to keep you informed either way. Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks. Background checks must be completed by all selected candidates. This role requires a medical questionnaire. For any advice or support, email and I will be happy to help!
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