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About Chef Ken Pendery
Ken Pendery was the co-founder, longtime CEO, and former Chairman of First Watch, a popular breakfast and brunch restaurant chain. Under his leadership, First Watch grew from a single restaurant in California to more than 520 locations nationwide.
Chef Timeline
Co-founded First Watch
First Watch
Instrumental in establishing the breakfast and brunch brand.
Served as CEO and Chairman
First Watch
Led the company's significant growth from a single location to over 520 restaurants nationwide.
2024-03-04T00:00:00.000Z
Passed away
Died at the age of 70 after a battle with Multiple System Atrophy.
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Key Information
Ken Pendery was the co-founder, longtime CEO, and former Chairman of First Watch, a popular breakfast and brunch restaurant chain. Under his leadership, First Watch grew from a single restaurant in California to more than 520 locations nationwide.
Cuisine Highlights
Fresh breakfast & brunchDaytime diningAmerican comfort food
News
- First Watch announced on March 5, 2024, that co-founder, longtime CEO, and former Chairman Ken Pendery passed away on March 4, 2024, at 70 years old. He died after a battle with Multiple System Atrophy. Under his leadership, First Watch expanded from one California restaurant to over 520 locations across the country.
Restaurants by chef
First Watch
Additional Details
Ken Pendery's bold words are prominently displayed on the walls of First Watch's Home Office, reflecting his foundational principles for the company. He passed away on March 4, 2024, at the age of 70, after a battle with Multiple System Atrophy.
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