First Watch employees working as Prep Cook in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 2 out of 5 stars, based on 1 ratings. This is 100% higher than the average of Prep Cook professionals at First Watch worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Prep Cook ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $0 per year (estimate) and goes up to $0 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Prep Cook at First Watch is $40,605 per year or $20 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $53,776 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $35,281 (25th percentile) and $47,099 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 13 salaries submitted by First Watch Prep Cook professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Prep Cook professionals typically earn between $17 and $23 per hour.
Prep Cook professionals typically earn between $2,940 and $3,925 monthly.
Prep Cook with an estimated total pay of $15 - $18/hr