Food Coordinator

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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