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FAO Schwarz Overview

FAO Schwarz is a legendary American toy store. Established in New York City in 1862, the store oopened on Lower Fifth Avenue, moving uptown a half-century later. Over the decades it expanded into catalog sales and franchises, with 40 locations across the United States. It is currently owned by Toys R Us, and has kiosk stores in many of the larger company's locations.

FAO Schwarz is located in the heart of New York, New York. Its Manhattan flagship store is a magnet for both tourists and locals. The store is known around the world for its lines of toys, puzzles, plush stuffed animals and the famous, larger-than-life piano mat from the film, "Big." The flagship store generates more than $20 million annually.

FAO Schwarz Job Information

FAO Schwarz employs approximately 4,000 people across the U.S., more than half of them on a part-time basis. Positions for store managers, assistant managers, toy demonstrators, sales representatives, supervisors and stock clerks are available on a limited, sometimes seasonal basis. Salaries are competitive for the retail industry, and employee relations are considered good. Benefit packages vary according to part- or full-time status, and may include hospitalization, prescription coverage, disability and dental insurance, and employee discounts.

What jobs pay the most at FAO Schwarz?

Regional Manager is the highest paying job at FAO Schwarz at $97,000 annually.