Restaurant Assistant

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IKEA Nottingham is on the lookout for enthusiastic Restaurant Assistants to join our vibrant and hardworking team.

Join our IKEA Food team, where you’ll support customers across a variety of tasks—from tills and restaurant service to dishwashing—while helping create a safe, tidy and welcoming environment.

Working closely with your colleagues, you’ll deliver great experiences every day through teamwork, safety awareness and hands‑on, active work.

Due to health & Safety you must be 18 years or older for this position!

WHAT WE OFFER  

• Start date of employment will be: 10th May 2026

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.45 per hour

• 18 & 20 hours weekly, working up to 4 days weekly and including alternative weekends.

• Working hours are 7am to 9pm.

• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in a mandatory medical questionnaire check.

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 & discount portal helping you save £100’s on high-street retailers. 

• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans. 

• Given Day - Additional days’ paid leave to take at any point during the year, when it's important for you

• Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks​

...as well so much more!

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE  

• While previous kitchen 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.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY  

• The role will involve a variety of tasks, where you will be working to support the customers, including working on the tills, keeping the restaurant running smooth and keeping it tidy, also working in the dishwash area.

• 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. 

• Manual handing safely, including extended periods of time on your feet.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE 

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