Food Coworker

• Job ID: 313429
• Date posted: 17/10/2025
  Our team within IKEA

At IKEA, our vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We believe that everything we do comes with the responsibility to create a positive impact on people, society and the planet. We are passionate about home furnishing, creating a positive life at home and sharing our tasty responsibly sourced food with the many people across the world.

We are guided by our cultures & values, creating a great place to work.

We stand for equality, diversity and inclusion.

We care about people & planet and promote health & wellbeing.

We nurture your development and provide career opportunities to unlock your potential.

What you need to know

Working at IKEA has its benefits and rewards:

- - $28.31 base hourly pay rate + penalty rates (including on weekends, public holidays, and late nights).
- 5 weeks' Paid Annual Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Family & Community Leave and much more
- Rosters published 4 weeks in advance.
- 15% Co-worker discount
- Subsidised meals and complimentary drinks in our Co-worker restaurant
- Free uniforms provided
- Free Co-worker parking
- Bonus programme (where eligible)
- Benefits Membership (savings and discounts on everyday expenses, entertainment, retail and well-being offers across hundreds of retailers and service providers)
- Co-worker Loyalty programme (extra contribution to your superannuation fund where eligible)
- 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for health and wellbeing support

Additional information:

- - These roles are Permanent Part-time, 30-40hrs/fortnight
- The Hiring Manager for this role is Stephen Larkin - IKEA Food Team Leader
- Applications close 30th October 2025
- As our store operates 7 days per week, you'll need the flexibility to work a rotating roster that includes day and evening shifts, and alternating weekends.

As an IKEA Food Co-worker your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Commercial:

- - Ensuring your area is clean, organised, and visually inviting in line with IKEA Food standards to provide a great customer experience.
- Preparing, serving, and presenting food with a strong focus on food safety, waste minimisation, and meeting production and quality standards.
- Actively engaging with customers, offering friendly service, and supporting sales through product knowledge and recommendation.
- Performing accurate cash handling and maintaining efficiency during busy service periods.

Operations:

- - Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation in food preparation and service areas, following IKEA Food safety and hygiene routines.
- Preparing and cooking meals using the correct methods and portion standards to ensure consistency and quality.
- Operating kitchen and café equipment safely and efficiently, including ovens, fryers, and dishwashers.
- Supporting the restaurant team by clearing tables, wiping surfaces, restocking, and ensuring the dining area remains clean and welcoming.

As an IKEA Food Co-worker you are:

- - Passionate, committed, and have a love for food in its quality and presentation.
- Experienced with working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Previous hospitality and cookery experience is highly regarded.
- A true team player who enjoys working alongside others in a collaborative, customer-focused environment.
- Committed to following IKEA Food and HACCP standards, including food safety, hygiene, temperature, and date control routines.

We need people like you

At IKEA, work is so much more than a job. Come join us