Cook - Join the Team!

First Watch is a premier daytime dining restaurant chain dedicated to serving made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch using only the freshest ingredients available. With over 600 locations across 31 states, First Watch has established itself as a leader in the breakfast and brunch sector by adhering to its unique "Follow the Sun" culinary philosophy. This innovative approach involves rotating the chef-driven menu five times a year to highlight peak-season flavors, ensuring that each dish is crafted with vibrant and fresh ingredients. Their menu features elevated takes on classic favorites, fresh juices like the Kale Tonic, and popular items such as Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Quinoa Power Bowl, and the signature Million Dollar Bacon. First Watch’s commitment to community is evident in its generous charitable efforts, donating a portion of every kid's meal served to impactful organizations, raising more than $1.7 million to date. The brand has earned numerous accolades for its food quality and workplace culture, including being voted 2025’s #1 Best Breakfast by Newsweek's Readers' Choice Awards and named 2024’s #1 Most Loved Workplace in America by Newsweek and the Best Practice Institute. At First Watch, the core philosophy revolves around the employees with their YOU FIRST culture, emphasizing employee happiness and empowerment. This philosophy translates into no night shifts ever for employees and a fully chef-curated menu that allows team members to deliver high-quality dishes. The restaurant prioritizes a supportive work environment where employees have the independence to make decisions that enhance the customers' breakfast, brunch, or lunch experience. Employees at First Watch enjoy a multitude of benefits, including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more, fostering a positive and supportive workplace. The open opportunity is for Back-of-the-House team members, specifically cooks, who bring a genuine respect for quality food and are dedicated to executing each dish with precision and care, as if placing their personal signature on every plate. New hires are trained at specific stations tailored to their comfort level and skill set, with no pressure to master highly technical skills like flipping an egg unless desired. Cooks are expected to communicate effectively, embody teamwork, deliver high-quality safe food in a fast-paced kitchen environment, follow award-winning recipes, use fresh ingredients exclusively, and maintain clean and organized workstations. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. Working at First Watch offers a unique opportunity to be part of a nationally recognized brand that values quality, community involvement, and an exceptional employee experience. With a comprehensive benefits package, employees are supported financially, professionally, and personally, ensuring a balanced and rewarding career path within the hospitality industry. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about culinary arts and dedicated to delivering exceptional food and customer service in a dynamic, team-oriented setting.

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Capability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Availability to work flexible shifts during daytime hours
• Commitment to maintaining food safety and hygiene standards
• Must be able to follow detailed recipes and instructions
• Physical ability to lift and move kitchen equipment as needed