Living Wage Employer

Ithaca Bakery is very proud to be a Living Wage employer, in fact the largest privately owned living wage employer in Tompkins County. Ithaca Bakery, along with sister brand Collegetown Bagels, is extremely proud to be able to make this commitment as a fair and equitable employer in the community. With the living wage in Ithaca currently at $16.61 per hour, according to the AFCU Living Wage Study, with tips and health insurance contribution (where applicable) we are paying a wage that is far above both the minimum wage and what is typical for the food industry. In addition, we provide many additional benefits like: discounts, retirement plan with matching, meal credits, dental insurance, medical insurance, paid benefit time and holiday pay.