Pastry/Bakery Intern in Paris, France
About the job
At DAYS, we are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Pastry/Bakery Intern eligible to work in Paris, France to join our small, community-focused café. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with our team, learn the art of pastry and bagel production, and gain valuable insight into the operations of a small, independent café.
As a Pastry/Bakery Intern, you'll be responsible for preparing and baking our daily pastries and bagels with precision and care. You will also help prepare and organize the kitchen each morning, ensuring everything is in place for a smooth start to the day.
Beyond baking, you will have the chance to learn essential kitchen management skills, such as inventory tracking, organization, and daily café operations. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment, and we’re excited to find someone eager to contribute and grow with us.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and bake pastries for the day.
- Boil and bake bagels according to our recipes and daily needs.
- Set up and arrange the pastries in the customer-facing display, ensuring everything looks inviting.
- Help with organizing the kitchen to ensure everything runs smoothly in the morning.
- Keep the work area clean and organized, following food safety standards.
- Work with the team to ensure high-quality, consistent results.
- Work early morning shifts (6:00 AM - 10:00 AM)
- Number of positions: 4
- Unpaid internship with possibility for future full-time employment
- At DAYS, you'll gain hands-on experience in a small, independent café, developing your baking skills and contributing creatively to a space that values both innovation and community. You'll have opportunities to grow within a supportive, collaborative environment, learning kitchen management skills such as inventory, organization, and daily operations. You'll work with high-quality ingredients and professional kitchen techniques, while being part of a tight-knit team that fosters a strong sense of community. We're committed to helping everyone learn and grow together, and there’s potential for future employment with DAYS based on performance and fit.
- Department: F&B kitchen Other Bakery Pastry
About you
Ideal Candidate:
- You have a strong passion for baking, particularly with pastries and bread-making, and a desire to learn more.
- You’re detail-oriented, committed to consistency and quality in everything you do.
- You have the ability to work early mornings (6:00 AM - 10:00 AM) with a strong work ethic and reliability.
- You have a basic understanding of kitchen safety and cleanliness, and you always prioritize maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- You’re a team player who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting and enjoys being part of a small, close-knit team.
- You’re excited about working in a café environment that values creativity, quality, and community, and you’re eager to contribute to a business with a personal touch.
We’re looking for someone who is not only passionate about baking but also excited to learn about the inner workings of a small, independent business. The ideal candidate will be eager to contribute, take initiative, and see firsthand how a café like DAYS operates. If you’re enthusiastic about being part of a creative, community-driven space and enjoy hands-on work, we’d love to hear from you.
- Language required: English.
The company
About DAYS: Founded by Le Cordon Bleu Grand Diplôme alumni, Allison Movsovitz, DAYS is a family-owned and operated café and bakery located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris. With a fusion of New York and Parisian influences, we provide a thoughtful and consistent experience for our diverse community, whether they’re living, working, or visiting our neighborhood. Our cafe stands as a community hub for creatives, industry professionals, and food lovers who value high-quality ingredients, great design, and cultural exchange.
At DAYS, we pride ourselves on creating small-batch, artisanal products using the best seasonal and organic ingredients. Our menu blends New York-style bagels with freshly baked organic pastries, all made daily with care and dedication. In addition to a regular menu, we host special events, pop-ups, and collaborations with artists and other industry professionals that reflect our commitment to creativity and quality.
