Food & Beverage Leader

Life Time Inc.; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidized membership

Discounts on Life Time products and/or

401(k) retirement savings plan with 21

Training and professional development

Paid sick leave where required by law

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Short term and long term disability

Life insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending accounts

Parental leave and adoption assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Life Time Inc. LifeCafe location in Naperville seeks a LifeCafe Leader to drive daily operations, team development, and financial results. You’ll lead front- and back-of-house, ensure quality food and service, and uphold Life Time standards in a fast-paced environment.

This salaried role requires strong cost control, staffing, and safety compliance, with opportunities for bonuses based on performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Must have strong cost control, labor, and KPI reporting knowledge.
• Systems-oriented with a mindset for process improvement.
• Flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain composure.

Responsibilities

• Oversees front-of-house and back-of-house operations, including inventory, scheduling, payroll, and policy adherence.
• Leads The Zone with the team, ensuring quality execution of menu items and timely service.
• Manages P&L, budgeting, and cost controls for food, beverage, and labor.
• Hires, trains, and motivates team members to build a growth-minded culture.
• Ensures safety, cleanliness, and security protocols through regular coaching.

Skills

Cost control / labor / KPI reporting

Systems-oriented / process improvement

Flexible schedule

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

College degree in culinary, business, or related field

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.

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

Pay

This is a salaried position starting at $64,000.00(or applicable minimum salary, if higher) and pays up to $88,000.00, based on experience and qualifications. In addition, this role is eligible for bonuses based on performance metrics.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

• A fully subsidized membership
• Discounts on Life Time products and services
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)
• Training and professional development
• Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Short term and long term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans
• Parental leave and adoption assistance
• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave
• Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time may use artificial intelligence ("AI") in connection with various aspects of its recruitment and hiring functions. Ultimate employment decisions are subject to human review and oversight. Life Time does not use AI in a manner that would have the effect of subjecting applicants to discrimination on the basis of protected classes or proxies or for engaging in any protected activity under applicable law.

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.