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  • Tempe, Australia
  • Food & Restaurant

Job Description

  • Job ID: 350912

  • Date posted: 25/06/2026

    • Our team within IKEA

    At IKEA, our vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We believe that everything we do comes with the responsibility to create a positive impact on people, society and the planet. We are passionate about home furnishing, creating a positive life at home and sharing our tasty responsibly sourced food with the many people across the world.

    We are guided by our cultures & values, creating a great place to work.
    We stand for equality, diversity and inclusion.
    We care about people & planet and promote health & wellbeing.
    We nurture your development and provide career opportunities to unlock your potential.

    What you need to know

    Working at IKEA has its benefits and rewards:
    • $30.75 base hourly pay rate + penalty rates (including on weekends, public holidays, and late nights).
    • 5 weeks’ Paid Annual Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Family & Community Leave and much more
    • Rosters published 4 weeks in advance.
    • 15% Co-worker discount
    • Subsidised meals and complimentary drinks in our Co-worker restaurant
    • Free uniforms provided
    • Free Co-worker parking
    • Bonus programme (where eligible)
    • Benefits Membership (savings and discounts on everyday expenses, entertainment, retail and well-being offers across hundreds of retailers and service providers)
    • Co-worker Loyalty programme (extra contribution to your superannuation fund where eligible)
    • 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for health and wellbeing support

    Additional information:
    • This role is Permanent Full-time (76hrs/fortnight)
    • The internal job title for this role is Food Coordinator
    • You will work on a rotating roster between 7:00am - 9:30pm on weekdays, and 3 out of 4 weekends (both Saturday and Sunday).

    About this work area

    As a Kitchen Supervisor your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
    • Contribute to a safe, healthy, and enjoyable food experience by supporting compliance with global and national food safety and operational standards.
    • Ensure a consistent and excellent customer experience by supporting the team to see through the customer’s eyes.
    • Coordinate daily operations across kitchen and service areas to ensure efficiency and smooth service delivery.
    • Allocate tasks, coordinate breaks, and support co-workers to maintain high performance and service standards.
    • Apply food safety, hygiene, and HACCP principles in all daily activities, ensuring operational standards are consistently met.
    • Monitor performance through waste tracking, process improvements, and sustainability initiatives to drive efficiency.
    • Continuously review and improve daily operations to support operational and commercial excellence.



    As a Kitchen Supervisor you are or have:
    • Proven ability to coordinate daily operations and guide team members in a fast-paced environment.
    • Strong knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP), hygiene practices, and local regulations.
    • Holds (or willing to obtain) Food Safety Supervisor certification or equivalent.
    • Strong planning and organisational skills, with attention to detail in stock management and waste reduction.
    • Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
    • Customer-focused mindset, with a passion for delivering a consistent and positive experience.
    • Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure, especially during peak trading periods.
    • Motivated, reliable, and aligned to IKEA values, with a passion for food, people, and teamwork.

    We need people like you

    At IKEA, work is so much more than a job. Come join us!
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