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First Watch is a prominent leader in the Daytime Dining industry, renowned for serving made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch crafted with the freshest ingredients available. The company operates over 630 restaurants across 32 states, embodying a culinary philosophy called "Follow the Sun," which emphasizes chef-driven menus that evolve multiple times a year to highlight peak-season flavors. First Watch is celebrated for its elevated interpretations of classic breakfast dishes, fresh juices such as the Kale Tonic, and signature items like the Million Dollar Bacon, Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, and Quinoa Power Bowl. The brand combines a strong dedication to quality, hospitality, and community impact, donating a portion of the proceeds from every kids’ meal to various organizations to support positive community outcomes, having raised approximately $2 million to date. The company has garnered numerous accolades including multiple "Best Breakfast" and "Best Brunch" awards, was voted the #1 Best Breakfast by Newsweek's Readers' Choice Awards in 2025, and recognized as the #1 Most Loved Workplace in America by the Best Practice Institute consecutively in 2022 through 2025.

First Watch maintains a distinctive YOU FIRST culture that prioritizes employee happiness and empowerment. The company culture revolves around putting people first by fostering independence and encouraging employees to make decisions that enhance the customer dining experience. This philosophy is supported by key operational practices such as never requiring night shifts and offering fully chef-curated menus, ensuring a supportive and enjoyable workplace environment. Benefits are comprehensive and aim to support employees and their families extensively, ranging from health insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine access, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings programs, and generous meal discounts, to innovative wellness benefits including supplemental insurance and access to mental wellbeing apps.

The position available is for a Back-of-the-House Cook, a vital role that demands a passion for quality food and teamwork. New hires are trained on a specific cooking station tailored to their current skill level and comfort, with no initial requirement to master complex culinary skills like egg flipping—although there is room to grow if desired. Cooks are essential contributors to preparing high-quality, safe meals promptly in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization at their workstations to deliver an exceptional breakfast, brunch, and lunch experience aligned with the acclaimed recipes developed by an award-winning chef. At least 18 years of age is required for the position.

This role is an excellent fit for individuals who enjoy working collaboratively within a dynamic team, value personal growth, and wish to contribute meaningfully to a nationally recognized brand dedicated to quality, care, and community impact. Joining First Watch means becoming part of a passionate workforce admired as one of the most loved workplaces in America, where employees are empowered to thrive and make a difference every day.