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Cook

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Ever!) Open Daily from 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch, and lunch concept, known for our unique creations and a work culture you'll love. With daytime-only hours ...

First Watch

Cook

Houston, TX

$13 - $17.25/hr

Ever!) Open Daily from 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch, and lunch concept, known for our unique creations and a work culture you'll love. With daytime-only hours ...

First Watch

Dishwasher

Houston, TX

$12 - $15.50/hr

Ever!) Open Daily from 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch, and lunch concept, known for our unique creations and a work culture you'll love. With daytime-only hours ...

First Watch

Assistant General Manager

Baytown, TX · On-site

Ever!) Open Daily from 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch, and lunch concept, known for our unique creations and an incredible work culture you'll love. With daytime ...

First Watch

Server

Houston, TX · On-site

$2.13/hr

OPEN DAILY FROM 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch and lunch concept, specializing in unique creations and a culture you'll love. With daytime-only hours, our teams ...

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Restaurant Operations Manager - NO NIGHTS EVER!!

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$68K - $72K/yr

At First Watch, each manager is responsible for supervising both kitchen operations and the overall dining experience. Key Responsibilities * Learns and supports our You First culture and core values

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Restaurant Operations Manager - NO NIGHTS EVER!!

Newport News, VA · On-site

$68K - $70K/yr

At First Watch, each manager is responsible for supervising both kitchen operations and the overall dining experience. Key Responsibilities * Learns and supports our You First culture and core values

First Watch

Server

Pearland, TX · On-site

OPEN DAILY FROM 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch and lunch concept, specializing in unique creations and a culture you'll love. With daytime-only hours, our teams ...

First Watch Restaurant Group

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Restaurant Operations Manager - NO NIGHTS EVER!!

Hampton, VA · On-site

$68K - $70K/yr

At First Watch, each manager is responsible for supervising both kitchen operations and the overall dining experience. Key Responsibilities * Learns and supports our You First culture and core values

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Do workers at First Watch get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
89% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Does First Watch pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
77% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

At First Watch, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
46% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from First Watch?

Only some people who work part-time can get health insurance.
50% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2025.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at First Watch?

Only some people who work part-time get paid time off.
64% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from First Watch affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
87% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at First Watch?

Most people get paid time off work.
73% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 61% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 32% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 5% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers at First Watch worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
51% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do First Watch workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
41% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it for First Watch workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
41% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 73 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at First Watch?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
50% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do First Watch managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
69% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do jobs at First Watch spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
11% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at First Watch?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
37% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is a First Watch job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
90% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is working at First Watch good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
79% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at First Watch feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
76% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at First Watch get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
55% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at First Watch?

Most people feel stressed out here.
77% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at First Watch enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
73% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at First Watch recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
46% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at First Watch?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
42% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at First Watch?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 45% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people think First Watch’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
71% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how First Watch is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
43% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
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    Cook

    First Watch

    Sugar Land, TX • On-site

    $12.75 - $17.25/hr

    Full-time

    Retirement

    Re-posted 22 days ago

    First Watch rating

    6.2

    Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

    Based on 128 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

    35th of 88 rated restaurants

    Job description

    Cook (No Night Shifts. Ever!)
    Open Daily from 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
    First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch, and lunch concept, known for our unique creations and a work culture you'll love. With daytime-only hours, our teams enjoy no night shifts-ever-along with competitive benefits and perks.
    Yes, it's true. We love our employees more than bacon, and that says a lot. Our team thrives in a fun, fast-paced environment in every one of our restaurants.
    NOW HIRING: COOKS
    Eligible employees can enjoy these great benefits:
    • 401(k)
    • Meal discounts
    • "You First" culture
    • Growth opportunities - training and development
    • Perkspot - corporate perks program
    • ZayZoon - On-demand pay advances
    • Shoes for Crews
    • Company-paid Food Handler certification
    • Flex scheduling

    We are a franchisee of First Watch and an Equal Opportunity Employer. First Watch is a well-established restaurant concept offering growth opportunities for team members in a full-service casual dining environment.
    As a Cook at First Watch, you'll be responsible for preparing fresh, delicious dishes while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. You'll work alongside a supportive kitchen crew to execute our menu items with excellence and ensure an outstanding guest experience.

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    About First Watch

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    First Watch is an award-winning Daytime Dining concept serving made-to-order breakfast, brunch and lunch using fresh ingredients. A recipient of hundreds of local "Best Breakfast" and "Best Brunch" accolades, First Watch's chef-driven menu includes elevated executions of classic favorites along with First Watch specialties such as the protein-packed Quinoa Power Bowl®, Farmstand Breakfast Tacos, Avocado Toast, Chickichanga, Morning Meditation (juiced in-house daily), Vodka Kale Tonic and its famous Million Dollar Bacon. In 2022, First Watch was awarded a sought-after MenuMasters honor by Nation's Restaurant News for its seasonal Braised Short Rib Omelet, recognized with ADP's coveted Culture at Work award and named a Top 100 Most Loved Workplace® by Newsweek and the Best Practice Institute. In 2021, First Watch was recognized as FSR Magazine's Best Menu and as the fastest-growing full-service restaurant chain based on unit growth. There are more than 470 First Watch restaurants in 29 states and the restaurant concept is majority owned by Advent International, one of the world's largest private-equity firms.

    Industry

    Food and beverage stores

    Company size

    10,000+ Employees

    Headquarters location

    Bradenton, FL, US

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