Cafe Lead

Urban Air Adventure Parks; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading indoor adventure park in Merrillville is seeking a Café Lead responsible for managing the Café operations and guiding team members. The role requires hands-on work in the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality and service. Candidates should have food and beverage experience, leadership skills, and the ability to motivate team members. This position offers a fast-paced environment, blending fun with professionalism. Apply now to join a dynamic team and help create amazing experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months to one year of prior food and beverage experience required.
• Current ServSafe or similar food handling certification is necessary.
• One year of leadership experience preferred.
• Current ServSafe or similar food handling certification, or willingness to obtain within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Café operations and Team members during shifts.
• Train Café Team in preparing the menu and drinks to required standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of Café and storage areas.
• Train Café Team in preparing full menu and front-of-house drinks and foods.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene with a regular deep-clean schedule.
• Keep Café and storage areas well-organized and accessible.
• Address guest concerns in the absence of the Café Manager.
• Participate in staff meetings and training as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

ServSafe certification

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Café Lead is primarily responsible for overseeing the SHIFT responsibilities of the Urban Air Café and guiding the performance of Team Members. This is a practical, hands‑on role, with much of the working hours spent in the kitchen and service area, cooking, preparing, and serving food. S/he must work fast with a sense of urgency while maintaining a friendly demeanor with guests and supporting the Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the proper execution of all processes, systems, and standards
• Ensure all deliveries are received correctly and logged in the event the Café Manager is not present at the time of delivery
• Maintain storage, and rotation to minimize wastage
• Manage the Café Team, ensuring they always work to the expected standards
• Adhere to scheduled shifts and have the willingness to stay beyond when business or circumstances dictate
• Train Café Team in preparing the full menu and the front of house staff in preparing drinks and ready‑to‑eat foods to the consistently high standard required
• Set a high standard and good example for the Café Team regarding punctuality, attendance, and attitude; ensure these standards are maintained at all times
• Set a high standard and good example for the Café Team regarding cleanliness and hygiene, including a regular deep clean schedule
• Maintain well‑organized and easy‑to‑access Café and storage areas
• Handle guest concerns regarding the Café in absence of the Café Manager
• Participate in regular staff meetings and training as and when required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent required, some College preferred
• Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year of prior food and beverage experience (Quick Service and/or restaurant experience)
• One (1) year of leadership experience preferred
• Must have a current ServSafe or similar food handling certification, or be willing to get one within the first 30 days of employment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lead, motivate and empower Team Members
• Ability to align Team Members with Urban Air culture by balancing seriousness and having fun
• Willingness to take initiative
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to recognize problems and problem‑solve
• Ability to set goals and convert plans into action
• Ability to see patterns in performance and strategize solutions
• Ability to be open to feedback and self‑improvement
• Ability and willingness to hold oneself accountable for high personal standards of conduct and professionalism
• Serve as a role model by demonstrating and upholding Urban Air policies and standards

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work days, nights, and/or weekends as required
• Work in noisy, fast‑paced environment with distracting conditions
• Move about facility and stand for long periods of time
• Lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

If this is you, apply now!

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

ABOUT URBAN AIR ADVENTURE PARKS

Urban Air is the preeminent indoor adventure park and the market leader in location‑based entertainment. The Dallas-based entertainment company pioneered the adventure park concept and is the largest adventure park operator in the world. Urban Air's purpose is to help kids have fun and aim higher, achieving those things that they never thought they could do.

Urban AirMerrillville is an equal opportunity employer.