Never worked for a more awful company - Server First Watch Employee Review

1.0
Sep 29, 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The money, hours, not much else.

Cons

Where do I start? Management is the worst I've ever dealt with and I've worked at many restaurants. They have absolutely no respect for their employees at the Clarksville, IN location. You could dedicate three years of your life at this place and they'll fire you over the most minor thing at the drop of a hat. They care more about restaurant sales than their employees, which is rich considering the main moto of the company is, "You first." It is absolutely not their employees first. It is whatever suits the managers' fancy that day. They need to go through a massive change. They do not train their managers to be kind, responsive, or empathetic which is what I value most in someone in a position of power. They give no respect to their employees but expect the utmost respect for themselves. I will be quitting very soon due to everything mentioned above. If you happen to find a First Watch that has actual human beings for management, you may enjoy your time here. If not, they will find every opportunity to make you miserable.

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5.0
Jul 5, 2026
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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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