Restaurant Manager

Life Time Inc.; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeTime Inc. seeks a LifeCafe Leader to drive daily operations and guest experiences at our Lenexa LifeCafe location. This hands-on role collaborates with the team to deliver high-quality food and service while reflecting Life Time's standards and values.

The leader will oversee front- and back-of-house activities, manage cost controls, scheduling, payroll, and safety compliance, and coach a growth-minded team to elevate performance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership in fast-paced food/hospitality.
• Experience managing front- and back-of-house operations.
• Proven ability to drive cost controls and budgeting.
• Strong team development and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily LifeCafe operations and staff.
• Ensures high-quality food and service execution.
• Manages scheduling, payroll, and inventory.
• Leads safety, cleanliness, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Operations

Cost Control

People Development

Scheduling

Payroll

KPI Reporting

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Alcohol Safety Certification

CPR/AED

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.