معرّف الوظيفة: REF5105Y

تاريخ النشر: 17/05/2024

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them. We operate in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Philippines – and have an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region. We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.

We also develop, own and operate Shopping Centres that are anchored by IKEA and create walkable communities by including residential, office and other types of real estate in our development plans.

We work towards making sustainability a natural part of our everyday work. We are active in our communities, driving and supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women and the environment.

Are you passionate about delicious food and creating memorable dining experiences? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where teamwork and innovation are celebrated? Then come join us at IKEA!

We are looking for a talented individual to support our IKEA Food Manager in strengthening the IKEA Food Concept and reinforcing IKEA's position as a leader in the local market.

Your Assignment

• Support the IKEA Kitchen Production Team to strengthen the IKEA Food Concept, reinforcing IKEA's position as a leader in the local market.
• Lead and collaborate with the IKEA Food Manager and the IKEA Food management team to fulfill the purpose of IKEA Food by integrating business growth with team development.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and maintenance in the restaurant, co-restaurant, dishwashing, and kitchen areas using the HACCP checklist.
• Ensure the operational readiness of the kitchen each day, checking that all equipment in the chiller, freezer, and dry storeroom meets food safety standards.
• Develop and oversee manpower schedules for leaders and timekeeping to ensure operational efficiency.
• Monitor and manage inventory by checking stock par levels and updating inventory management systems.
• Conduct inventory forecasting based on store performance, and place orders as required
• Lead daily briefings with co-workers, updating the sales board and discussing operational targets and achievements (IF huddle).
• Provide hands-on assistance in kitchen operations, when necessary, from serving lines to various other stations, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Oversee purchase order processes, including validation and approval of POs from MVBC and P2P, validating and ensuring correctness
• Control food wastage by updating records in Winnow & MVBC and manage daily sales reporting.
• Handle administrative duties such as approving leaves for team leaders and conducting monthly kitchen meetings.
• Manage supplier relationships and logistics, checking on shipment orders from IFSAG and other suppliers, and ensuring timely receipt and stock management.
• Develop and maintain HACCP documentation, ensuring all safety and compliance protocols are followed.
• Analyze sales and performance data to create actionable plans based on Sales Tree results.
• Plan and manage budgets for CAPEX & OPEX
• Coordinate the commercial calendar, discussing upcoming activities, checking the IKEA website for offer alignments
• Facilitate continuous learning for co-workers through briefings and renewing e-learning modules on food safety and send co-workers for external trainings as needed.
• Implement and update operational strategies like MSOP (Maximize Sales on Peak Days), focusing on peak day sales optimization.
• Gather and act on customer feedback regarding food quality and service to continuously improve offerings.
• Effectively manage kitchen resources by controlling waste and regularly updating maintenance files and assets.
• Stay competitive by conducting regular competitor checks and ordering essential shopping tools to keep the kitchen well-equipped and functional.
• Assist in creating commercial plans for new launches, encouraging input and ideas from team leaders.
• Lead training for new product launches, ensuring the kitchen team is prepared with the necessary skills and knowledge.
• Oversee the preparation of the product preparation instruction sheet (PPSI), potentially delegating this task to team leaders for development.
• Manage the monthly preparation of par levels, with the option to delegate to team leaders for their development.
• Maintain the allergen chart, ensuring it is updated and accurate.
• Coordinate and lead in quarterly photoshoots, supported by team leaders or co-workers, to promote new and existing offerings.
• Manage variances by ensuring all recipes are followed accurately and servings are consistent with recipe specifications to control costs and maintain quality.
• Implement effective waste management practices to minimize food waste and enhance operational efficiency.
• Calculate nutritional facts and manage IFPNS color coding to ensure all food offerings meet health standards and customer information needs.
• To propose new dishes, with selling prices and gross margins, by using food cost templates, guided by price housing and pricing strategies

Your Profile

• You have a solid background in food service management, preferably in a high-volume business, and have passion and strong knowledge in the culinary or food service industry;
• You are customer-focused, analytical, good in communication, able to lead and collaborate with others;
• You enjoy working in a fast-paced and constantly changing retail environment;
• You are cost-conscious and know that everything has a price tag;
• You have proven leadership abilities and can create an environment where the IKEA values are a strong and living reality and is able to motivate, develop and bring out the best in co-workers.

We offer many benefits at IKEA other than just having the opportunity to work for a global company! Along with a focus on your personal and career development goals and being a part of an inclusive culture driven by values, you will be entitled to great initiatives including Annual leave, Medical and Dental, Family & Community leave, Co-worker discount, subsidized meals in our Co-worker Restaurant, Bonus program, full training and inductions.

Work Location is at IKEA Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines.

Please apply by 15 June 2024.