Cook

First Watch•Wheat Ridge, CO

About The Position

First Watch cooks work on the Back-of-the-House team, preparing quality food in a fast-paced kitchen. Newly hired cooks train at a specific station based on their comfort level and innate skills; prior mastery of every cooking task is not required. The role focuses on following chef-created recipes, using fresh ingredients, and maintaining food safety and a clean, organized work area. First Watch serves made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch. The company states that it has no night shifts.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Communicate well with others and value teamwork.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality, safe food in a fast-paced kitchen.
  • Follow recipes and use fresh ingredients.
  • Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized station.
  • Communicate effectively and work as part of a team.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Medical and behavioral telemedicine through Cirrus MD
  • Flexible Spending Account for health care expenses
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) retirement savings program
  • 50% meal discount for the employee and eligible family members at company restaurants
  • Child Discount Program at The Learning Experience
  • Employee Assistance Program and personal/professional coaching
  • Backup child and elder care through Bright Horizon
  • Supplemental insurance for accident, critical illness, and indemnity
  • Paid time off, subject to minimum hourly requirements
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • High School Diploma Program
  • Spot Pet Insurance
  • Complimentary premium access to the Calm App and five gift subscriptions
  • Perks at Work discounts
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