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Great place to work if you are a morning person - Server/Waiter First Watch Employee Review

4.0
Aug 14, 2020
Server/waiter
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Day shift hours so you are never really there later than 3pm They like to promote people from within the company so someone starting as a busser can become a GM in a few years Decent benefits along with a yearly 1 week vacation paycheck Teamwork based environment

Cons

Very early start. Servers get there at 6:30 am to open. A lot of turnaround with management. Section you get is based on seniority usually even though they say it is performance This specific location has a lot of tourists that do not understand the tipping culture

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5.0
Jul 5, 2026
Marketing manager
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great Place with Great People

Cons

None really. Everyone was nice to work with and respectable

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First Watch Response
2w
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
Server/hostess
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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