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Goods Receiving Food Storeperson

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  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
  • Food & Restaurant

Job Description

  • Job ID: 345901

  • Date posted: 21/05/2026



    • Are you someone who enjoys keeping things perfectly chilled and organised? Join the IKEA Food team, where you'll manage the flow of our deliveries, taking care of tasty consignments and ensuring everything is tip-top and in its right, often cold, place! Using pallet trucks and safe manual handling with heavy goods, your commitment to order and safety will keep our customers and co-workers happy.

    This is a permanent contract for someone who wants to grow long-term at IKEA. If this sounds like something you're interested in, we would love to hear from you.

    WHAT WE OFFER

    • Planned induction date for this role will be 21st of June 2026.
    • Hourly rate of £14.15.
    • Part time contract working 30 hours per week, which will be worked 4 days out of 7, and include weekends and shift start times of 06:00am in the morning.
    • 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 on IKEA products, and access to a Discount Portal to help you save hundreds on High Street retailers.
    • End of year gift, generous annual leave entitlement for you to enjoy holidays, and family friendly policies.
    • Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions and interest free loans.
    • Proud to be a Living Wage Employer.
    • Free car parking, a cycle-to-work scheme and season travel ticket loan.
    ...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-pub1969c310

    WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

    • You bring with you previous experience in logistics, fulfilment or goods receiving, and have an organised and analytical approach to stock inventory.
    • Enjoy working in an environment that is varied where you will need to switch tasks and manage a number of priorities.
    • You work well as part of a team, understanding how your individual contribution enhances overall team performance.
    • You approach tasks in a thorough and organized way that allows you to maintain focus even during busy periods.
    • You enjoy working in a role that can be at times physically demanding, working across the department, including in our freezers.
    • All applicants are required to be 18 years of age or older, in accordance with health and safety regulations.

    WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

    • Receiving deliveries and replenishing all food storage areas, ensuring they are clean, tidy and stock is rotated by date.
    • You follow safety protocols and regulations securing a safe environment for both our customers and co-workers.
    • Movement of stock to and from location with the use of a powered pallet truck, medical check and training will be provided.
    • Working in cold environments such as outside and freezers.
    • Manual handing of heavy stock to various storage locations.
    • You assist other members of your team whenever you can contributing to a collaborative work environment.
    • You will at times be working across the Swedish Food Market & Bistro and Kitchen serving food, taking payments, cleaning the Bistro and preparing food.

    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 as valued members of the team.

    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 selected, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

    We are unable to accept applications via email and encourage you to apply online as soon as possible.

    Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks. Backgrounds checks are required for all candidates who receive an offer of employment. This role requires a Medical Questionnaire.

    For any advice or support, email fiona.currie@ingka.ikea.com who will be ready to help!












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