Cook - $22 per HOUR

First Watch is a prominent leader in the Daytime Dining sector, operating over 600 restaurants across 31 states. The company specializes in made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch offerings crafted with the freshest and highest-quality ingredients. Established with a "Follow the Sun" culinary philosophy, First Watch maintains a chef-driven menu that rotates five times a year to showcase seasonal flavors at their peak. The menu features elevated takes on classic breakfast favorites, fresh juices like the Kale Tonic, and beloved signature dishes such as Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Quinoa Power Bowl, and Million Dollar Bacon. First Watch has earned numerous local "Best Breakfast" and "Best Brunch" awards, and it was voted the #1 Best Breakfast by Newsweek's Readers' Choice Awards for 2025. The company is also recognized for its exceptional workplace culture, being named 2024's #1 Most Loved Workplace in America. First Watch prides itself on its commitment to community, quality, and hospitality, exemplified through its charitable initiatives like donating a portion of proceeds from kids' meals to local organizations, raising over $1.7 million to date. The company’s unique YOU FIRST Philosophy centers on prioritizing employee happiness and empowerment. Employees are valued and given the independence to make decisions enhancing the customer experience. This philosophy, coupled with a no night-shifts policy and chef-curated menus, creates a positive and supportive work environment where team members truly feel trusted and appreciated. The Back-of-the-House Cook position at First Watch is ideal for individuals who respect quality food and take pride in their work, treating every plate as a personal signature. The role involves working in a fast-paced kitchen environment where new cooks are trained in stations that align with their skills and comfort levels. This inclusive approach means that previous experience flipping eggs is not mandatory unless desired. A successful cook at First Watch is someone who communicates effectively, enjoys teamwork, and is responsible for delivering high-quality and safe food. They strictly follow award-winning recipes crafted by the company's executive chef and use only fresh ingredients. Maintaining a clean, sanitized, and organized workstation is critical to the role. First Watch requires cooks to be at least 18 years old. The company offers extensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance; telemedicine access; flexible spending accounts; a 401(k) retirement savings plan; generous employee meal discounts; childcare and eldercare support programs; tuition reimbursement; wellness apps; and more. These benefits underscore First Watch’s commitment to taking care of its employees, reinforcing the YOU FIRST culture that makes it a great place to work. This opportunity is for candidates eager to be part of a reputable, award-winning Daytime Dining brand that values its team members and continuously invests in their well-being and professional growth. First Watch is also an equal opportunity employer that provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• must be at least 18 years of age
• ability to work flexible hours including weekends
• high school diploma or equivalent preferred
• must comply with all food safety and sanitation policies
• ability to stand for long periods
• good communication and teamwork skills