A decent place to work - Prep/Line Cook First Watch Employee Review

4.0
Jan 4, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Easy job, very structured, the restaurant closes early every day, the food is excellent and the iced coffee is the bomb

Cons

Low pay, at the time the cafe manager was my favorite but the person below him was lazy. Unfairly divvying side work, closing duties, opening duties.

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First Watch Response
6mo
Thanks for the review! We're so glad to know that you enjoyed the hours, food, and coffee! Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Feel free to call our anonymous employee hotline at 844-484-8963 with more information. This feedback helps the management team work to improve the experience of each employee. Thanks again for taking the time to submit your review.

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5.0
Jul 5, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great Place with Great People

Cons

None really. Everyone was nice to work with and respectable

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First Watch Response
1w
Thanks for your 5-Star review. We’re so happy you chose First Watch as your employer and enjoy the environment and people you work with! Thanks again for the review – we appreciate you.
3.0
Jun 5, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The store is only open until 2:30 so you’re guaranteed your nights off. The menu is fairly easy to learn and the seasonal menu doesn’t change that often.

Cons

Could be my stores location, but we are constantly fighting for hours and tables. There’s not enough income for all here. And when it’s brought up to management they say it’s our “slow season” but turn around and hired three more servers. Also the meanest clientele that I have ever worked with. Very demanding with little patience, and either bad tips ($2-$4) or no tips at all. Especially on large parties. I have spoke to many employees who have worked 3+ years for the company and many of them want to leave. Too often those that don’t do their work are rewarded and it’s put on the shoulders of those that do.

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First Watch Response
1mo
We appreciate your feedback here. While we're glad you enjoy the daytime-only hours, it's helpful to understand your concerns too. If you wouldn't mind calling our anonymous employee hotline at 844-484-8963, we'd love to follow up and better understand and address your concerns where possible. Any feedback helps us, and we're grateful for yours.
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