Join the Bagel Joy Family Bagel Joy isn't just a bagel shop — we're a community. Since 2020, we've been hand-rolling and water-boiling authentic New York-style bagels, building real relationships at farmers markets across Northern Virginia before opening our storefront in Fair Lakes. Every bagel is made fresh daily, every sandwich is scratch-made, and every customer leaves with a smile. We're looking for warm, energetic people who love great food and even better service to join our growing team. If you thrive in a positive, drama-free environment and want to be part of something meaningful — we want to meet you! What You'll Do Greet and delight customers with friendly, attentive service Assemble orders and prepare scratch-made sandwiches to recipe and customer specs Slice, portion, and stock meats, cheeses, vegetables, and condiments Operate kitchen equipment including mixers and food processors Perform basic kitchen prep: chopping, portioning, and cooking Keep your workspace, seating area, and kitchen clean, organized, and food-safe Schedule That Works for You Most shifts start at 5:00 AM or later , with select later-morning shifts that would be ideal for parents of school-aged children . Best of all, we close at 2:00 PM every day , so your evenings are always yours. What We're Looking For Prior experience in a quick-service restaurant or customer-facing food role Reliable transportation (with a dependable backup plan) Basic math skills for recipe measurements Basic spoken English proficiency Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude Knowledge of food safety practices and proper ingredient handling Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs What You'll Get Free meals and employee discounts on food and beverages Routine pay increases for strong performers ServSafe Manager certification sponsored for Shift Leads Career advancement opportunities as we continue to grow Flexible scheduling to fit your life Bagel Joy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$13.50 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Food provided Paid training Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Fairfax, VA 22033 (Required)

Work Location:

In person