Dining Server

First Watch is the leading Daytime Dining restaurant chain, dedicated to serving made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch with the freshest ingredients. Operating over 630 restaurants across 32 states, First Watch is recognized nationally for its commitment to quality, hospitality, and community involvement. The restaurant’s evolving seasonal menu highlights the finest flavors and caters to guests looking for exceptional daytime dining experiences. With numerous awards including Best Breakfast and Best Brunch, First Watch prides itself on creating an inviting and wholesome environment for both customers and employees alike.

At First Watch, the company philosophy is centered around a YOU FIRST approach, which means employees are placed at the heart of the operation. The company prioritizes employee happiness, empowerment, and work-life balance by fostering positive working conditions and supportive career growth. Unlike many other dining establishments, First Watch ensures that staff do not have to work night shifts, focusing solely on daytime service, which promotes a healthier lifestyle for its employees. First Watch deeply values its team members, caring for them as much as they care for their customers.

The role of Dining Server at First Watch is both rewarding and dynamic, perfect for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Servers are trained in the Five Steps of Service, a proven method that emphasizes collaboration and exemplary customer care. As a Dining Server, you will play a key role in creating delightful and memorable experiences for guests by offering attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable service throughout meal times. You will maintain a thorough understanding of the menu to confidently answer questions and provide recommendations, ensuring every meal is served to the highest standards. Your multitasking skills will be essential as you balance supporting fellow teammates, maintaining a clean and safe dining area, and engaging warmly with guests.

Employees at First Watch also benefit from a generous range of perks and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, telemedicine access, flexible spending accounts, and a robust 401(k) retirement program. The restaurant offers a 50% meal discount for employees and their families, child discount programs, an employee assistance program with coaching, and backup care services for children and elders. Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness benefits like pet insurance and mental health app subscriptions further support the well-being and growth of First Watch’s team members. These comprehensive benefits reflect the company’s commitment to nurturing a positive workplace where employees can thrive both personally and professionally.

If you are a compassionate, hardworking individual who enjoys making others feel welcome and appreciated, First Watch invites you to join their team as a Dining Server. This role is an excellent opportunity to gain customer service experience in a respected and expanding brand that values each member of its workforce. At First Watch, your contribution directly impacts the quality of service and community engagement that makes this company a leader in the daytime dining industry.