IKEA Food Team Leader (Kitchen)

A day in your life with us:

• Have an overview of the store business plan and IKEA Food action plans, and contribute to area's action plan by supporting in implementing it with the team.
• Secure an irresistible food offer by ensuring an attractive presentation and communication of the range.
• Passionate about products and actively learn about their content, origins, culinary applications and other benefits whilst sharing this knowledge with customers and colleagues.
• Demonstrate culinary expertise by understanding food preparation methods, flavour profiles, and ingredient quality to guide product selection and menu offerings.
• Aware of top-selling products and 3 Aces and 1 King, and ensure they are available and clearly communicated and displayed at all times.
• Works with team to actively contribute and support relevant marketing and in-store activities, including culinary demonstrations and food pairing initiatives.
• Supports in implementing range changes in a simple and cost-conscious way, considering seasonal ingredients and culinary trends.
• Initiates commercial activities that attract store visitors and increase the take-up rate through culinary-focused promotions and tastings, or take other actions to secure productivity.
• Ensure area is efficiently maintained as well as clean, organised, attractive and inviting to provide a positive customer experience, adhering to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Use local market awareness and culinary insights to give inputs regarding range, pricing, and seasonal menu development.

• Post Graduate or Degree or three years Diploma in Hotel Management or equivalent
• Formal culinary training, qualification, or certification.
• Previous experience in a similar leadership role within food service, hospitality, or retail food environments
• Demonstrated expertise in culinary techniques, food preparation methods, flavour profiles, and ingredient quality assessment
• Knowledge of food pairing principles, menu development, and seasonal ingredient selection
• HACCP Certification preferable
• Integrity and the ability to establish strong work relationships
• Good analytical skills and cost consciousness
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent command of English
• Competent in problem solving, conflict and crisis management

A few more details for you

This position is full-time and is located in Kuwait.

Please send your CV in English and tell us why you would be a good fit for this role.