Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Life Time is a dynamic and rapidly growing health and wellness company dedicated to delivering premier experiences in fitness, healthy living, and hospitality. As a multi-faceted organization, Life Time operates upscale athletic clubs, spas, gyms, and eateries, with a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace environment. The company thrives on delivering exceptional service and high-quality offerings to its members and guests, reflecting its core values of health, community, and excellence.
The LifeCafe Leader role is pivotal within Life Time’s hospitality segment, tasked with ensuring the overall success of a LifeCafe location. This leadership position is highly hands-on, involving direct engagement with daily operations, development of team members, and maintaining outstanding food and service quality. The LifeCafe Leader works closely with the team "in the zone," driving a fast-paced, fun, and high-touch atmosphere that aligns with Life Time’s standards and values.
In this role, the incumbent manages both front-of-house and back-of-house activities, including inventory control, staff scheduling, payroll management, and strict adherence to operational policies. The LifeCafe Leader plays an essential part in the financial stewardship of the location, overseeing budgets, profit and loss statements, and cost control measures related to food, beverage, and labor expenses. Beyond operational excellence, this position demands a focus on team building and coaching, fostering a growth-oriented culture where staff are empowered and motivated to perform at their best.
Key responsibilities also include ensuring compliance with all safety, cleanliness, and security protocols, achieved through regular inspections and continuous coaching efforts. The leadership approach emphasizes maintaining composure under pressure and demonstrating the ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule that includes days, nights, weekends, and holidays. By marrying strategic oversight with hands-on execution, the LifeCafe Leader contributes significantly to both the member experience and the financial performance of the LifeCafe unit.
This full-time leadership opportunity requires a blend of culinary, hospitality, and business acumen, making it an excellent career growth path for individuals passionate about food, team development, and operational excellence. The role offers a supportive, inclusive working environment where diversity is celebrated, and opportunities for professional advancement are robust. Overall, becoming a LifeCafe Leader at Life Time means joining a purpose-driven company committed to quality, community engagement, and equitable employment practices.
The LifeCafe Leader role is pivotal within Life Time’s hospitality segment, tasked with ensuring the overall success of a LifeCafe location. This leadership position is highly hands-on, involving direct engagement with daily operations, development of team members, and maintaining outstanding food and service quality. The LifeCafe Leader works closely with the team "in the zone," driving a fast-paced, fun, and high-touch atmosphere that aligns with Life Time’s standards and values.
In this role, the incumbent manages both front-of-house and back-of-house activities, including inventory control, staff scheduling, payroll management, and strict adherence to operational policies. The LifeCafe Leader plays an essential part in the financial stewardship of the location, overseeing budgets, profit and loss statements, and cost control measures related to food, beverage, and labor expenses. Beyond operational excellence, this position demands a focus on team building and coaching, fostering a growth-oriented culture where staff are empowered and motivated to perform at their best.
Key responsibilities also include ensuring compliance with all safety, cleanliness, and security protocols, achieved through regular inspections and continuous coaching efforts. The leadership approach emphasizes maintaining composure under pressure and demonstrating the ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule that includes days, nights, weekends, and holidays. By marrying strategic oversight with hands-on execution, the LifeCafe Leader contributes significantly to both the member experience and the financial performance of the LifeCafe unit.
This full-time leadership opportunity requires a blend of culinary, hospitality, and business acumen, making it an excellent career growth path for individuals passionate about food, team development, and operational excellence. The role offers a supportive, inclusive working environment where diversity is celebrated, and opportunities for professional advancement are robust. Overall, becoming a LifeCafe Leader at Life Time means joining a purpose-driven company committed to quality, community engagement, and equitable employment practices.
Job Requirements
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including days nights weekends and holidays
- Excellent knowledge of cost control labor reporting KPIs
- Systems oriented and process minded with a strong ability to develop and implement new systems for continuous improvement
- Ability to handle pressure well and maintain composure in any situation
Job Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent
- 3 plus years of leadership experience in a fast-paced food or hospitality setting
- ServSafe certification or equivalent
- Alcohol safety certification if applicable
- CPR AED certification required within the first 30 days of hire
- College degree in culinary business or related field preferred
- Preferred chef culinary experience
- Prior or current business owner experience
Job Duties
- Oversees front-of-house and back-of-house operations including inventory scheduling payroll and adherence to operational policies
- Works in The Zone alongside the team ensuring quality execution of menu items accurate ticket times and exceptional service
- Manages business financials including P and L budgeting and cost controls for food beverage and labor
- Hires trains develops and motivates team members to build a high-performing growth-minded team culture
- Ensures compliance with all safety cleanliness and security protocols through regular inspection and coaching
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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