First Watch reviews

3.7

63% would recommend to a friend

(245 total reviews)
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Chris Tomasso

69% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

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5.0
Jan 21, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

First Watch has a very rich company culture that they will share with you as soon as you are hired.

Cons

First Watch has a very structured way of serving. Though this can be a great thing, you are constantly judged and scored on this structure.

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First Watch Response
1y
Thank you for sharing this information and for the five-star review. We are thrilled you appreciate and have experienced our "You First" Culture. If you wish to share more and provide additional feedback, please don't hesitate to call our anonymous employee hotline at 844-484-8963.
5.0
Jan 21, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

"You first" policy, prioritizing employee culture

Cons

Standards are not upheld 100% of the time

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First Watch Response
1y
Thanks so much for the 5-star review! We are happy to hear that the team prioritizes our "You First" culture. We encourage you to chat with your management team about any standards that are not consistently upheld.
1.0
Jan 11, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Quick hire process, no night shifts.

Cons

Poor management styles, business plan that assures servers make minimum wage and no more.

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First Watch Response
1y
Thank you for your feedback. While we are happy to hear you enjoy our daytime-only hours, we're disappointed to hear your experience with management hasn't been positive. We’d love for you to call our anonymous employee hotline at 844-484-8963
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