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Store Assistant - Lakeside

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  • Lakeside (Essex), United Kingdom
  • Sales & Commercial
  • Part Time
  • Regular

Job Description

  • Job ID: 359853

  • Date posted: 14/08/2026



    • IKEA Lakeside are looking to welcome a Store Assistants to our team.

    Bring your energy to our fast‑paced store team, where no two days are the same! You’ll dive into everything from welcoming customers and picking orders, to serving up great food in the Bistro and keeping our products looking their best. If you enjoy a role where you get to do it all, we want to hear from you!


    WHAT WE OFFER

    • The Start Date of employment will be: 12th September 2026.
    • Competitive hourly rate of £14.15 per hour.
    • 12- 18 hour contracts, working 3 days per week including evening and weekend shifts.
    • Working hours will be between 7am to 10:30pm.
    • We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.


    WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

    Our co-workers bring unique ideas and skills 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.
    • iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal.
    • Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit and hot/cold drinks.

    ...as well so much more! 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-pub1969c310/


    WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

    • You have a positive approach, enjoy working on different tasks throughout the day, are enthusiastic about being part of the team and can work without supervision.
    • You have a customer-first mindset and enjoy the versatility of working in a different area each day, making the customer feel valued and supported in everything you do.
    • You are computer literate and able to work with technology.
    • You prioritise and organise your own work to make efficient use of the time available with great attention to detail.


    WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

    • You provide an inspirational shopping experience for our customers working across various departments throughout the day, supporting customers to find the right solutions for their life at home.
    • You will adopt a flexible approach to working, being part of a store team to take responsibility for areas across the whole store.
    • You support the wider store operation by working flexibly across different areas, including helping with sales departments / showrooms, stock replenishment, picking customer orders, food operations, or other departments when needed.
    • You are interested in the range, curious to learn the stories behind the products and their design, keen to share this with our customers.
    • You support sales by ensuring your areas of responsibility are clean, fully stocked, all products priced, well presented and easy to shop. Some products may involve heavy lifting.
    • You’ll work with ladders and at height, following safety procedures to ensure efficient replenishment and maintaining high standards across the shopfloor.


    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 move forward, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

    For any advice or support, email jack.mcskeane@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!












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