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Beard Papa Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Baker

New York, NY

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Job Details James Beard Award Pastry Chef is looking for talent for his locations: Dominique Ansel Bakery, Dominique Ansel Workshop, and Papa D'Amour Full-time positions are available immediately for:

Baker

New York, NY · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Job Details James Beard Award Pastry Chef is looking for talent for his locations: Dominique Ansel Bakery, Dominique Ansel Workshop, and Papa D'Amour Full-time positions are available immediately for:

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How much do beard papa jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for beard papa in the United States is $14.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.54 and $14.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Beard Papa?

A Beard Papa job typically involves working at a Beard Papa's store, a popular bakery chain known for its fresh cream puffs. Employees may take customer orders, prepare pastries, maintain cleanliness, and ensure quality service. Depending on the role, responsibilities can include cashier duties, baking, or store management. It's a great opportunity for those who enjoy a fast-paced food service environment.

What does a Beard Papa do?

A typical day at Beard Papa's involves preparing and serving fresh cream puffs, assisting customers with their selections, and maintaining high cleanliness standards throughout the bakery. Team members often rotate between roles such as baking, filling pastries, operating the POS system, and restocking supplies. Collaboration with coworkers is key to ensuring smooth and efficient service during busy periods, especially during peak hours. Regular training and teamwork help you develop a deep understanding of product offerings and customer preferences. This hands-on experience provides a solid foundation for career growth within the company, including opportunities to advance to shift lead or management roles.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Beard Papa?

To thrive as a Beard Papa retail team member or manager, strong customer service abilities, attention to food safety, and a basic understanding of bakery operations are essential. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, food handling certifications, and kitchen equipment is typically required. Exceptional teamwork, adaptability, and a friendly demeanor help individuals stand out in the fast-paced dessert shop environment. These skills ensure efficient service, high product quality, and a positive experience for customers, which are crucial for a successful Beard Papa's location.

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Infographic showing various Beard Papa job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,143 per year, or $14 per hour.
Dominique Ansel Bakery
Food Services and Drinking Places • 1 - 10 employees

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

Job Details

James Beard Award Pastry Chef is looking for talent for his locations: Dominique Ansel Bakery, Dominique Ansel Workshop, and Papa D'Amour

Full-time positions are available immediately for: Bakers and Overnight Bakers
You will be working with a top-tier team in a professional and creative environment. This position is perfect for someone who wants to get his/her foot through the door and pursue a long-term career in the F&B industry and pastry. We believe in promoting education among our team and building strong and solid techniques and foundation. You will learn a great deal while here and work directly with Chef Dominique.
Job Description:

  • Daily production for all dessert items, including but not limited to viennoiserie, pastries, and ice creams
  • Assist in production, including organization and cleanliness of dried storage, walk-ins, and dairy fridge
  • Assist with menu testing and recipe development
  • Daily quality checks of products
  • Accepting of deliveries
  • Attend certain outside events and programs

Qualification Requirements:

  • A genuine passion and knowledge for food and pastries.
  • Culinary school attendance.
  • Dependable and hard-working.
  • Must be meticulously clean and aware of all food safety standards (NYC Food Handler's License a plus).
  • Must be available to work on different shifts, weekends, and holidays.
  • Sociable and friendly to staff and guests. We believe personality is your biggest asset.

Essential Functions
● Able to work a variable schedule per the needs of the business
● Able to lift 50+ pounds
● Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods as required to perform essential job functions
● Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you are unable to perform any of the responsibilities as outlined above, inform your manager immediately so that the Company can engage in a cooperative dialogue on how to best accommodate your needs at work.
Looking forward to meeting you and exploring your candidacy with our team.
We offer Health Insurance, Dental/Vision, 401K, Commuter Benefits, and an employee discount program.