Cafe Leader

Life Time Inc.; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Time Inc. is seeking a LifeCafe Leader to drive the daily operations and growth of a LifeCafe location.

This hands-on role leads a fast-paced team, ensures high-quality food and service, and focuses on financial performance in line with Life Time’s standards and values. The LifeCafe Leader will manage front-of-house and back-of-house activities, develop staff, and create a high-touch guest experience while upholding safety and cleanliness standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership experience in fast-paced food or hospitality settings.
• ServSafe Certification or equivalent required.
• CPR/AED certification required within the first 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversees front-of-house and back-of-house operations, including inventory, scheduling, payroll, and adherence to policies.
• Works in the LifeCafe zone to ensure quality execution of menu items and service times.
• Manages P&L, budgeting, and cost controls for food, beverage, and labor.
• Hires, trains, develops, and motivates team members to build a high-performing culture.
• Ensures compliance with safety, cleanliness, and security protocols through regular inspection.

Skills

Leadership

Cost control

Team development

Operations management

Service excellence

Scheduling

Education

High School Diploma

ServSafe Certification

Tools

POS systems

Payroll systems

Job description

Position Summary

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.

Job Duties and 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

Position 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

Education:

• High School Graduate or equivalent

Years of Experience:

• 3+ years of leadership experience in a fast-paced food or hospitality setting

Licenses / Certifications / Registrations:

• ServSafe Certification or equivalent
• Alcohol Safety Certification (if applicable)
• CPR/AED certification required within the first 30 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• College degree in culinary, business, or related field
• Preferred Chef/Culinary experience
• Prior or current business owner experience

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.