First Watch reviews

3.7

63% would recommend to a friend

(1,897 total reviews)
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Chris Tomasso

69% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

First Watch has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 1,897 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The First Watch employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Restaurants & Food Service industry (3.4 stars).

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2K reviews
5.0
Jun 30, 2026

Fun company to work for

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good Tips Flexible Schedule Friendly Team Easy Going Management

Cons

Gets kinda crazy on weekends

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First Watch Response
2w
Wow, thank you for the 5-Star review! We love hearing how much you enjoyed working at First Watch. No night shifts (ever), a supportive team environment, and good tips sounds pretty good to us. Thank you for your awesome review and for being part of the First Watch family.
4.0
Jun 29, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great staff/leadership. Always helping out when you need it.

Cons

The busser position can be a bit boring at times.

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First Watch Response
2w
Thank you for sharing your positive experience. It makes us so happy to hear that you have a supportive team around you! We want you to know just how much we appreciate your dedication and hard work. We love you more than bacon!
2.0
Jun 27, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Early hours . You can get your money & still have time for other things in a day.

Cons

Alot of doing other's work & your assigned duties.

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First Watch Response
2w
Thank you for sharing your feedback. While we're happy you enjoyed the daytime-only hours and pay, If you’d like to provide further feedback pleaser call our anonymous employee hotline at 844-484-8963. Thanks again for sharing.
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