Cook - Join the Team!

First Watch is a renowned leader in the Daytime Dining industry, widely known for its made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch offerings crafted with the freshest ingredients. This vibrant and growing company operates over 600 restaurants across 31 states, with a strong commitment to quality, hospitality, and community impact. Their culinary philosophy, "Follow the Sun," drives a menu that thoughtfully rotates five times a year to showcase peak seasonal ingredients. This approach allows them to deliver elevated executions of classic favorites and fan-favorite dishes like the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Quinoa Power Bowl, and their signature Million Dollar Bacon. First Watch has been recognized extensively for excellence, having received hundreds of local awards for "Best Breakfast" and "Best Brunch," including being voted the 2025 #1 Best Breakfast by Newsweek's Readers' Choice Awards. The company was also named the 2024 #1 Most Loved Workplace in America, a distinction awarded by Newsweek and the Best Practice Institute for three consecutive years. Beyond its culinary success, First Watch is deeply committed to social responsibility -- every kid's meal purchased helps donate to organizations making a positive community impact, with more than $1.7 million raised to date. This role is part of the Back-of-the-House team, where members are passionate about producing exceptional food quality and take pride in their craftsmanship. The company prioritizes a positive employee experience through its "YOU FIRST" philosophy, which ensures no night shifts and offers a fully chef-curated menu that focuses on excellence without overwhelming complexity. Employees enjoy a culture of empowerment, independence, and joy in providing an exceptional dining experience focused on breakfast, brunch, and lunch. The Cook position at First Watch is an opportunity for culinary enthusiasts who respect quality, enjoy teamwork, and want to learn restaurant kitchen operations at a comfortable pace. Training is tailored to each individual's skill level and comfort, so mastery of every cooking technique isn’t required on day one unless desired. Responsibilities include communicating effectively with teammates; delivering high-quality, safe food in a fast-paced environment; following award-winning recipes that use only the freshest ingredients; and maintaining a clean, sanitized, and organized cooking station. Additionally, candidates must be at least 18 years old to qualify. First Watch offers comprehensive benefits designed to support employee well-being and work-life balance, including health, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine access, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, significant meal discounts, and many other perks. Eligible full-time employees gain access to these benefits typically the first of the month after two months of employment. Ultimately, this role offers a rewarding environment for those who want to build a culinary career with a reputable, employee-focused company dedicated to excellence and community enrichment.

• must be at least 18 years of age
• able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• able to stand for extended periods
• able to follow recipe instructions accurately
• commitment to safety and cleanliness
• availability for flexible scheduling
• eligibility to work in the United States