Join our team as Food Safety Specialist at Zagreb Store, IKEA Croatia

Why working at IKEA is so much more than a job?

We're a company that cares about the lives of our co-workers. It's important for us that you feel respected, acknowledged, and included. No matter what position we hold at IKEA, you'll have a variety of benefits:

Be yourself, with us - We’re big on togetherness, and even bigger on being you. Your voice matters here – your ideas, your energy, your unique way of seeing the world. You’ll work in a team that supports and inspires
A workplace that cares - Your well-being is important to us. That’s why you’ll have access to a private health insurance plan, life insurance, and 24/7 professional support for anything from emotional challenges to legal or financial advice.
Let’s grow – together - At IKEA, success is shared. Our One IKEA Bonus program celebrates team results – because great things happen when we all move in the same direction.
Furnish your life with us - Need a new wardrobe? Sofa? Kitchen? As an IKEA co-worker, you’ll enjoy a discount on our products – so you can bring that IKEA feeling into every room of your home.
Your journey, your direction - Curious about new roles, new departments, even new countries? We make internal mobility a real thing – with plenty of learning opportunities and career paths to explore. You don’t have to leave IKEA to grow.

Why we will love you:

You have a solid understanding of the HACCP system and how to apply it in everyday work.
You’re proactive—you don’t wait for things to happen, you take the lead and make them better.
You’re a strong communicator and know how to adapt your message to different people and situations.
You enjoy working as part of a team and believe collaboration leads to the best results.
You’re comfortable using Microsoft Office, and your English—spoken and written—is on a good level.
A degree in food safety, food technology, biotechnology or a related field is a plus—but not a must. Your experience and motivation matter most.

Your day-to-day responsibilities:

Be our go-to person for food safety—making sure it’s part of everything we do.
Follow up on critical control points and ensure daily food safety tasks are completed on time and to standard.
Take an active part in food procedures like preparation, production, and serving to help secure food safety at every step.
Support the implementation of food safety and compliance standards across all food areas in the store.
Play a key role in HACCP certification and contribute to the work of the HACCP team.
Prepare for and participate in both internal and external audits, and help the team follow up on improvement areas.
Collaborate with the store team to ensure safe and compliant food offers, activities, and events.
Share your knowledge to help grow food safety awareness and competence in the team.
Contribute to building a strong food safety culture—not just in the Food team, but across the whole store.
Work with external partners and authorities to meet all relevant food safety requirements.
Act as an ambassador for sustainability by supporting waste reduction and encouraging smarter, more sustainable ways of working.

Apply now!

We offer a permanent and full-time role. In this position you will report to Store IKEA Food Manager and you will be located in Zagreb store.

We are looking forward to receiving your application no later than 05.05.2025. via application link.

IKEA is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our team, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification. What matters most to us is your passion, willingness to learn, and ability to grow with IKEA.

Food Safety Specialist (m/f)

IKEA Hrvatska

IKEA Hrvatska d.o.o. za trgovinu

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