First Watch Server reviews

3.5

64% would recommend to a friend

(626 total reviews)
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Chris Tomasso

62% approve of CEO

57% positive business outlook

Server employees have rated First Watch with 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 626 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Server professionals have a good working experience there. First Watch is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Server professionals compared to other employers within the Restaurants & Food Service industry (3.4 stars).

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626 reviews
4.0
Jun 7, 2026

Morning Shifts get the Tips

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Morning shifts only, individual tips rather than tip pool, only tip-out busser, fast service model

Cons

Management issues, support shifts as a server (especially on weekends making 11 instead of 20-40 per hour)

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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 to re-evaluate our approach, and we're grateful for yours.
4.0
Jun 6, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Having a morning work schedule and still having the rest of the day off. The culture and team I worked with were great. The general manager was the best GM I have worked with in the Food Industry.

Cons

Long hours, up to 10 hour shifts if opening. Little to no breaks on busy days. Early mornings (if you aren't a morning person)

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First Watch Response
1mo
Thank you for sharing your positive experience while working at our North Chattanooga, TN restaurant. We realize the long hours can be tough, and we want you to know just how much we appreciate your dedication and hard work. We love you more than bacon!
2.0
May 26, 2026

okay summer job

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- great hours, nice to get out early

Cons

-no breaks at all throughout the day

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First Watch Response
1mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're happy you enjoyed the daytime-only hours. We would also like to hear about your concerns. If you’d like to provide further feedback, please call our anonymous employee hotline at 844-484-8963. Thanks again for sharing.
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