Baker - Apply Today!
Posted on October 24, 2025
Einstein Bros. Bagels is a cherished American bakery chain that has been delivering freshly baked bagels daily since 1995. Renowned for its dedication to quality and customer joy, this company embodies the spirit of community and connection by offering more than just delicious breakfast fare—they create moments of happiness and togetherness around the humble bagel. Each of their bakeries serves as a hub where people can share smiles, laughter, and the simple pleasure of savoring a freshly baked treat. Committed not only to their customers but also to their employees, Einstein Bros. Bagels places a high priority on work-life balance. Their stores close by 2pm daily, ensuring that employees enjoy their personal time and never miss important life moments such as dance recitals or concerts.
They are currently seeking a Baker to join their passionate team at the Pasadena, California location. This salaried position offers an hourly rate between $20.00 and $22.00, reflecting local and state wage regulations. This role is pivotal, as the quality of the bagel depends greatly on the skill and dedication of the baker. Bakers start their shifts early, sometimes as early as 3AM, preparing the freshly baked bagels and pastries that remain the cornerstone of Einstein Bros. Bagels' success. The baker's responsibilities include ensuring that quality product is always available, stocking the bagel wall and pastry case, and contributing to excellent guest service through support with order taking, sandwich making, and maintaining a sanitary and safe environment.
The role at Einstein Bros. Bagels is ideal for individuals who thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced setting and who take pride in the quality of the food and beverages they help bring to guests. Beyond technical baking skills, this position offers an opportunity to be part of a company culture that values employee well-being with benefits like paid time off, employee assistance programs offering free therapy and financial advising, online life coaching to support mental health, and a 401K plan with company matching. Employees enjoy consistent daytime schedules with no evenings or nights, promoting a healthy work-life balance that is rare in the food service industry.
Joining Einstein Bros. Bagels means becoming part of a community that values diversity, equality, and fairness in employment. The company encourages applicants of all backgrounds and focuses hiring solely on the qualifications necessary for the position. With a growing national presence, Einstein Bros. Bagels offers not only a job but a career pathway with room for development and advancement within a well-established brand known for quality and community connection.
                - Be at least 18 years old
 - ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
 - availability to work early hours including 3AM shifts as required
 - willing to work weekends and varied days
 - pass background check as per local, state, and federal laws
 - possession of a valid state issued driver’s license if required by location
 - meet company driving qualifications if driving is required
 - comply with tip eligibility regulations