Food & Beverage Assistant

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

A job at IKEA is more than just 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 our team and start a better life for yourself.

IKEA Birmingham is looking to welcome Food and Beverage Assistants to join our friendly and hardworking team.

Role Description: Working as a Food Co-worker at IKEA involves preparing meals, maintaining a clean and welcoming environment, and providing excellent customer service to create a memorable dining experience.

What We Offer

• Start Date: 21st June 2025
• Competitive hourly rate of £12.60
• 12 and 16-hour contracts, working 3-4 days a week, including dayshifts, weekends, and up to 2 late evenings per week. All contracts will have every 4th weekend off.
• Flexibility discussions during the interview to match your needs and business requirements.

All interviews will be held on 3rd June 2025.

Working with Us Has Its Rewards

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent daily, and we offer benefits to support their and their families\’ needs:

• 15% IKEA discount and access to a discount portal
• Life Assurance (4x salary), enhanced pension contributions, interest-free loans
• Free drinks, fruit, salad bar, and a daily hot meal, plus access to the subsidised canteen
• Interest-free loans for specific products, tech, exercise equipment, memberships, solar panels, and more

For a full benefits list, visit: https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310

What You\’ll Need

• Experience in food service or customer service is a plus but not required; willingness to learn is key.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-reliant, motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organised and detail-oriented, even during busy times.
• Applicants must be over 18 due to health and safety regulations.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Serving food, taking payments, cleaning, and food prep.
• Focusing on customer experience, exceeding expectations.
• Following safety protocols for a secure environment.
• Supporting colleagues and fostering a positive team environment.

We Care for the People

We value diversity of thought, background, and culture. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us and feel valued.

Come see how we create a better everyday life for the many.

Recruitment Process

Let us know if you need adjustments during the interview process. Please attach an updated CV. Candidates meeting the basic requirements will complete a value-based questionnaire to assess alignment with IKEA\’s eight values. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview on 3rd June. Final employment is contingent on background checks, including a medical questionnaire. For support, contact Fiona Currie at fiona.currie@Ingka.ikea.com.

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