Childrens Activity Area Associate

IKEA - Tampa, FL

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Tampa, FL

Furniture, Home Furnishings, Electronics, and Appliance Retailers

About the position

The Children's Activity Area Associate at IKEA is responsible for creating a safe and enjoyable environment for children visiting the play facility, known as IKEA Småland. This role involves engaging with children, monitoring their activities, and ensuring cleanliness and safety in the play area. The associate will also participate in planning and executing children's activities, while supporting customer relations in various capacities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to creating a pleasant and safe environment for children in the play facility.
• Register children and monitor their activities while maintaining a clean and hygienic environment.
• Participate in planning and executing children's activities both in and outside of Småland.
• Build meaningful and empathetic relationships with children and their caretakers.
• Adhere to all IKEA play facility and safety & security policies and procedures.
• Support in other areas of customer experience, such as cashier and greeter roles, as needed.

Requirements

• Experience in retail or childcare preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification training provided.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
• WiselyPay - get earned wages up to two days early
• Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
• KinderCare tuition discount
• Retirement and bonus plans
• Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
• Pet insurance program
• Education assistance and learning programs
• Safety shoe reimbursement
• 24/7 telehealth visits
• Dental and vision plans
• Medical and Rx plans (must work min. 20 hrs/wk)
• A fun and inclusive work environment