Overview
Kitchen Production Assistant – Exeter
“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.”
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Department: IKEA Food Kitchen
Number of Positions: 2
IKEA Exeter are looking to welcome a full-time Kitchen Production Assistant to join our delightful and hardworking team. This is a fast-paced role for someone who is passionate about serving simple, good-quality food. This is a full-time role working 39 hours a week and 30 hours a week.As a Kitchen Production Assistant, you will support in producing our meals in our busy customer restaurant – including our meatballs and hot dishes! If you thrive in a fast-paced and team-focused environment, this role will allow you to experience our wonderful everyday. WHAT WE OFFER • Hourly rate of £12.60 per hour. • Full-time – 39 hours a week, working 1 in 2 weekends (every second weekend off), 5 days in 7 through the week. 30 hours a week, working 3 in 4 weekends. • We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview. • This is a permanent contracts and there is an expectation you can work through the year, including over the summer period when our store is busy.• Induction date will be Saturday and Sunday, 27 and 28 September 2025.WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family’s everyday needs. • 15% IKEA discount and discount portal helping you save hundreds on High Street retailers. • Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions and interest free loans. • End of year gift, Family Friendly policies and benefits.• IKEA gives you the opportunity to grow with us….as well as so much more! Click below for a full list of our benefits: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-pub1969c310WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE • Prior kitchen and catering experience is advantageous.• Ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment. You enjoy working in a busy role, where you will be multi-tasking and working to deadlines.• 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. This role requires you to be 18 years old or over.WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY • You will be preparing and making meals using our ovens and kitchen equipment to offer a taste of Sweden to our customers and co-workers.• The kitchen is a safety-first, fast-paced environment that requires attention to detail for all things safety as well as efficient multi-tasking to ensure IKEA remains a safe place for people to shop, work and have fun. • Preparing for the next day’s trade, as well as managing waste and working in a sustainable and cost-conscious way. • Following a cleaning schedule and making sure the cleanliness of the kitchen is to a high standard.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.We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks. Backgrounds checks must be completed by all successful candidates. This role requires a medical questionnaire.For any advice or support, email ari.davies-ho4@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!
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