Job Overview
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount
Professional Development
wellness programs
Job Description
Life Time is a leading health and wellness company known for providing exceptional fitness experiences, premium amenities, and holistic lifestyle offerings through its expansive network of clubs and cafes across the nation. Renowned for its commitment to quality and community, Life Time creates vibrant environments that encourage active living, well-being, and social connection among its members. LifeCafe, as a specialized part of Life Time, blends culinary excellence with top-tier service to deliver nutritious, thoughtfully prepared food and beverages that complement the active lifestyles of its community. Operating within Life Time’s ecosystem, LifeCafe locations focus on creating engaging member experiences that align with the overall mission of promoting health and vitality. Life Time fosters a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and equity, ensuring that every team member and member feels valued and supported. This atmosphere drives a passion for excellence and continuous improvement across all operational fronts.
The LifeCafe Lead is a vital leadership role responsible for the management and overall performance of a LifeCafe location that operates within a lower monthly revenue volume. This hands-on position requires the LifeCafe Lead to ensure exceptional execution of menu items, maintain high standards for food quality and hospitality, and foster a strong team culture. The position demands active involvement in daily operations, including overseeing both front-of-house and back-of-house activities, managing financial aspects such as food and labor costs, and ensuring compliance with company policies and health standards. The LifeCafe Lead also plays a key role in team development, providing training, coaching, and motivation to ensure that team members are engaged and delivering outstanding service. This leadership opportunity emphasizes business ownership and accountability, with the LifeCafe Lead modeling operational excellence by working in "The Zone"—the core area where food and service flow—leading by example and sustaining pace and quality. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a customer-first mindset are essential to succeed in this role. Candidates looking to progress their careers in hospitality management within a dynamic, supportive, and mission-driven environment will find the LifeCafe Lead position an exciting and rewarding challenge. This role typically involves a flexible work schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, aligning with service demands. While specific salary details are not provided, Life Time is recognized for offering competitive compensation packages reflecting the responsibilities and experience required.
The LifeCafe Lead is a vital leadership role responsible for the management and overall performance of a LifeCafe location that operates within a lower monthly revenue volume. This hands-on position requires the LifeCafe Lead to ensure exceptional execution of menu items, maintain high standards for food quality and hospitality, and foster a strong team culture. The position demands active involvement in daily operations, including overseeing both front-of-house and back-of-house activities, managing financial aspects such as food and labor costs, and ensuring compliance with company policies and health standards. The LifeCafe Lead also plays a key role in team development, providing training, coaching, and motivation to ensure that team members are engaged and delivering outstanding service. This leadership opportunity emphasizes business ownership and accountability, with the LifeCafe Lead modeling operational excellence by working in "The Zone"—the core area where food and service flow—leading by example and sustaining pace and quality. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a customer-first mindset are essential to succeed in this role. Candidates looking to progress their careers in hospitality management within a dynamic, supportive, and mission-driven environment will find the LifeCafe Lead position an exciting and rewarding challenge. This role typically involves a flexible work schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, aligning with service demands. While specific salary details are not provided, Life Time is recognized for offering competitive compensation packages reflecting the responsibilities and experience required.
Job Requirements
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including days nights weekends and holidays
- Experience managing food service operations and leading a team
- Strong understanding of labor management cost controls and guest experience metrics
- High school graduate or equivalent education
- 2 years of management and leadership experience or a college degree in culinary or business
- Experience with fast casual restaurant or full service
- ServSafe certification or equivalent
- Alcohol safety certification where applicable
- CPR/AED certification within 30 days of hire
Job Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent
- 2 years of management and leadership experience or a college degree in culinary business
- Experience with fast casual restaurant or full service experience
- ServSafe or equivalent
- Alcohol safety certification where applicable
- CPR/AED certification within 30 days of hire
- Culinary hospitality or business coursework or degree preferred
- Strong systems orientation and ability to follow through on operational processes preferred
- Experience driving operations and financial performance in a fast paced environment preferred
- Prior or current business owner experience preferred
Job Duties
- Works in "The Zone" the majority of the time modeling execution pace food quality and hospitality standards while leading the team in real time
- Oversees front-of-house and back-of-house operations including inventory scheduling payroll and adherence to all LifeCafe systems and policies
- Manages key business drivers such as food and labor costs tracks performance metrics and takes action to meet financial goals
- Hires trains and develops team members providing on-the-floor coaching and supporting a positive team culture
- Maintains a clean safe and compliant environment by proactively monitoring cleanliness food safety and security standards
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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