Life Cafe Leader
About The Position
The LifeCafe Leader is responsible for the overall performance and growth of a LifeCafe location. This hands-on role leads daily operations, develops team members, ensures high-quality food and service execution, and drives financial results. Working side-by-side with the team, the LifeCafe Leader creates a fun, fast-paced, and high-touch environment that reflects Life Time’s standards and values. Life Time operates over 160 athletic country clubs, offering a comprehensive ecosystem focused on well-being for all ages. The company aims to provide entertaining, educational, friendly, and inviting experiences of uncompromising quality, empowering everyone to live a healthy and happy life. Life Time is committed to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual, ensuring it remains an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes based on merit and qualifications.
Requirements
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends and holidays
- Excellent knowledge of cost control, Labor, reporting KPI’s
- 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
- High School Graduate or equivalent
- 3+ 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
Nice To Haves
- College degree in culinary, business, or related field
- Chef/Culinary experience
- Prior or current business owner experience
Responsibilities
- 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&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
Benefits
- Commitment to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual
- Equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
