Daytime Cook

Text "BACON" to 25000 to schedule an interview!

Our YOU FIRST Philosophy

At First Watch, our employees are our top priority. We believe in a culture where you come first, enabling a positive and empowering work environment. With no night shifts ever and a fully chef-curated menu, we prioritize your happiness as much as that of our customers. In fact, we cherish our employees even more than bacon!

A Few of The Perks (and not just the coffee!)

• Health Insurance*
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• Unlimited access to medical and behavioral telemedicine
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare expenses*
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account for children up to age 13*
• 401(K) Retirement Savings Program*
• 50% meal discount for employees and their families at all company restaurants
• Child Discount Program at The Learning Experience
• Employee Assistance Program and personal/professional coaching
• Back-up child and elder care through Bright Horizon
• Supplemental Insurance options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - must meet hourly requirements
• Tuition Reimbursement & High School Diploma Program
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Complimentary premium access to the Calm App, plus 5 gift subscriptions
• Perks at Work - over 30,000 purchase discounts for travel, fitness, events & more
• FT Employees eligible after 60 days and must enroll within 30 days.

About The Position

Join our dedicated Back-of-the-House team, where every member respects the quality of food and their contributions. New cooks will receive training tailored to their skills and comfort level, allowing them to shine in their roles. You don’t need to be a master at flipping eggs to join; we support your growth!

Do you have what it takes?

• Effective communication skills and a belief in teamwork
• Ability to deliver high-quality, safe food in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to following our award-winning chef’s recipes and using the freshest ingredients
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized station
• Must be at least 18 years old

Who We Are

First Watch is a leader in Daytime Dining, serving made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch with the freshest ingredients. Guided by our "Follow the Sun" culinary philosophy, our chef-driven menu features seasonal, high-quality flavors. For every kid's meal served, we donate a portion to impactful community causes, contributing approximately $2 million to date. Recognized for excellence, we’ve won numerous “Best Breakfast” and “Best Brunch” awards, including being voted #1 Best Breakfast by Newsweek's Readers' Choice Awards 2025. Join us in redefining Daytime Dining across 630+ locations in 32 states!

First Watch is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage discussions about potential accommodations with us.