"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 . Join the team and start a better life for yourself." Location Syracuse Department Food & Restaurant Anticipated Closure Date 2026-08-16 You already applied for this job. Food Service & Dishwasher Associate with Facebook Food Service & Dishwasher Associate with LinkedIn Food Service & Dishwasher Associate with Twitter Candidate profile (title) Why we will love you Candidate profile (text)•Default language Food is your passion, whether you're cooking or serving customers. You know food plays a vital role in creating a better everyday life for the many people•especially when it's honest, healthy and delicious. Key responsibilities (title) What you'll be doing day to day Key responsibilities (text) As a Food Service Team Member ensuring operational excellence of IKEA Food, you will: Prepare and maintain IKEA Food menu items according to the IKEA Food concept. Adhering to food handling, health, and sustainability standards. Respond to customer inquiries to support informed purchases and process sales transactions accurately and efficiently, adhering to cash handling policies. Maintain equipment operation through adherence to operating guidelines, troubleshooting breakdowns, and conducting preventive and cleaning maintenance. Maintain a clean supply of dishes, silverware, cooking utensils, pots, pans, and trays that comply with Food Safety Standards. Ensure the cleanliness and organization of dining and play areas. Manage the Swedish Food Market by overseeing merchandising, pricing, stock rotation, and the cleaning and sanitization of sampling equipment and areas. Ensure accurate and timely price communication across all food solutions, including digital platforms, menu boards, and shelf tags. Maintain supply rotation and stocking in all IKEA Food solutions, adhering to First In, First Out (FIFO), expiration dates, and sustainability standards. Implements IKEA Food policies and procedures for goods receiving and monthly inventory. Adhere to safe food handling, workplace safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations, promptly reporting concerns to managers. Contribute to an environment where the IKEA culture is a strong and living reality that embraces the diversity of co-workers and customers. Team vision ( title) Together as a team Team vision (text) We are the ones meeting our customers•in our stores, online, in our catalogue and beyond. We have knowledge of the IKEA product range, local markets and customer needs and we constantly find new ways of making real connections with our customers to maximize sales and profitability. Together with thousands of colleagues around the world we're a diverse team working for the continued global success of the IKEA Concept•a concept that helps millions of customers create a better everyday life! Let's connect ! Let´s connect

JOB TYPE

•Permanent, Full-time

BENEFITS ELIGIBLE?

Yes HOURS•34-40 hours per week. Must have complete working availability throughout the week from Mondays to Sundays between the hours of 8:00AM to 9:00PM The hourly pay rate range for this role is $17.58•24.83 Check us out!

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//www.youtube.com/embed/Zb0rl6yeUgg At IKEA, taking care of our co-workers and their dependents is a top priority. That's why we offer our eligible, regular co-workers (part-time and full-time) a full menu of benefits and perk options to help everyone maintain work and life balance, be well and plan for their future. Join our team and enjoy these benefits and so much more! Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time WiselyPay•get earned wages up to two days early Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks) KinderCare tuition discount Retirement and bonus plans Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus Pet insurance program Education assistance and learning programs Safety shoe reimbursement 24/7 telehealth visits Dental and vision plans Medical and Rx plans (Must work minimum of 20 hours per week) A fun and inclusive work environment! Local section (title) Qualifications Local section (text)•2-3 years of equivalent experience in the food service industry/restaurant setting Experience in a high-volume customer facing environment preferred. Experience in a high-volume retail environment with knowledge of basic merchandising and selling concepts preferred. Food Handler Certification and/or Food Handler Card (as required by local jurisdiction) required within 30 days of employment. The starting rate/ salary for this position ranges from 17.58 USD to 24.83 USD and will be based on relevant work experience. Why you will love us From the deep forests in Sweden, we have spread our culture and values around the world. At the heart of our offer are our beautiful home-furnishing products and solutions, made with care for our planet, reaching millions of customers. At the heart of our business, are our wonderful co-workers representing diversity in all dimensions and passionate for life at home. We all contribute with our uniqueness and we want to grow and develop together. Our vision, "to create a better everyday life for the many people" inspires and guides us in everything we do. This is IKEA. What we all have in common Living our values Being your unique self, while respecting and including others A passion for home furnishing Performing & delivering while learning & developing Having fun!