Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
vision coverage
Flexible spending account
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

First Watch is a renowned daytime dining restaurant chain specializing in made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Celebrated for its chef-curated menu and fresh ingredient philosophy, First Watch has grown to operate over 630 locations across 32 states. Known for its commitment to quality, hospitality, and community, the company has garnered numerous accolades including being voted #1 Best Breakfast by Newsweek’s Readers’ Choice Awards for 2025, and recognized as the #1 Most Loved Workplace in America by the Best Practice Institute for two consecutive years, 2024 and 2025. These honors highlight the company’s focus not only on delivering exceptional dining experiences but also on creating a supportive, empowering workplace environment. First Watch’s culinary philosophy, titled "Follow the Sun," ensures its menu features the highest quality flavors with seasonal rotations, elevating classic breakfast and brunch favorites such as Lemon Ricotta Pancakes and the Quinoa Power Bowl, alongside its signature Million Dollar Bacon. The company also emphasizes community impact, donating a portion from every kid’s meal to various charitable causes, collectively raising approximately $2 million to date.

The Busser role at First Watch is integral to the seamless dining experience the brand promises. As a Busser, you will be equipped with a spray bottle, sturdy tray, and clean cloth towel to efficiently clear and reset tables within three minutes, maintaining the flow of the restaurant. Bussers act as silent communicators, closely collaborating with hosts and servers to signal when a table is ready for new guests, ensuring no delays between seatings. The role requires strong teamwork skills, attention to detail when sanitizing and resetting spaces, and performing other supporting duties including light housekeeping, rolling silverware, and maintaining restroom cleanliness. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a company that values its employees above all else, reflected in their YOU FIRST culture that prioritizes employee happiness, empowerment, and work-life balance. The company promises no night shifts and a supportive work environment where employees are motivated to deliver excellent service. This full-time position includes comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) retirement savings program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and many more perks designed to support personal and professional growth. First Watch also promotes wellness through employee assistance programs and access to mental health resources. By joining First Watch as a Busser, you become part of a community dedicated to quality, service, and continuous improvement in daytime dining, with a strong support system for each team member’s well-being and career aspirations.

Job Requirements

  • must be at least 18 years of age
  • ability to work flexible daytime hours
  • must comply with health and safety regulations
  • physically able to perform duties including lifting and standing
  • no night shifts

Job Qualifications

  • strong communication skills
  • ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • teamwork oriented
  • basic knowledge of sanitation and cleaning standards
  • ability to stand for long periods
  • high school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job Duties

  • communicate well with others and believe in the importance of teamwork
  • clear, clean, sanitize and reset tables in under 3 minutes
  • update and communicate to hosts and servers when tables are available for seating
  • perform other duties such as light housekeeping, rolling silverware, restroom cleanliness
  • signal table readiness to nearby hosts
  • maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization
  • assist in general maintenance of dining area

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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