Cafe Operations Lead: Hospitality, Growth & Team Culture

Life Time, Inc.; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidized Life Time membership

Discounts on Life Time products and…

401(k) retirement savings with company

Training and professional development

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Life Time, Inc. is seeking a LifeCafe Lead to oversee daily LifeCafe operations, ensure high-quality menu execution, and develop the team to deliver outstanding member experiences.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on driving results, managing costs, and maintaining safety and cleanliness across the operation. You will model ownership by actively directing daily tasks, coaching staff, and ensuring adherence to LifeCafe systems and standards while fostering a positive, service-oriented

Qualifications

• Must have experience managing food service operations and leading a team.
• Strong understanding of labor management, cost controls, and guest experience metrics.
• ServSafe certification and CPR/AED would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and model execution of LifeCafe operations and hospitality standards.
• Oversee front-of-house and back-of-house operations, including inventory and scheduling.
• Manage food and labor costs, track performance metrics, and drive financial results.
• Hire, train, and develop team members, providing on-the-floor coaching.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant environment with food safety and security.

Skills

Food service operations management

Team leadership

Labor cost controls

Guest experience metrics

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary or Business degree

Job description

Life Time, Inc. is seeking a LifeCafe Lead to oversee daily LifeCafe operations, ensure high-quality menu execution, and develop the team to deliver outstanding member experiences.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on driving results, managing costs, and maintaining safety and cleanliness across the operation. You will model ownership by actively directing daily tasks, coaching staff, and ensuring adherence to LifeCafe systems and standards while fostering a positive, service-oriented