Cafe Manager
Company: Life Time
Role summary
Cafe Manager is a full-time role at Life Time in Bloomingdale, Illinois, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-23. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Cafe Manager
- Company
- Life Time
- Location
- Bloomingdale, Illinois, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-08-23
You’ll love this opportunity if you enjoy leading a fast-paced team and creating a welcoming environment for health-conscious members. It’s a great chance to grow your management career with a premium brand that values high standards, excellent customer service, and a vibrant community atmosphere.
Job description
Position Summary
The LifeCafe Lead is responsible for the overall operations and performance of a LifeCafe location, typically operating at lower monthly revenue volume. This hands-on leadership role ensures high-quality execution of menu items, team development, financial accountability, and outstanding member experiences. The LifeCafe Lead models business ownership by actively managing daily operations, driving results, and cultivating a strong team and service culture.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Works in “The Zone” the majority of the time, modeling execution, pace, food quality, and hospitality standards while leading the team in real time
Oversees front-of-house and back-of-house operations, including inventory, scheduling, payroll, and adherence to all LifeCafe systems and policies
Manages key business drivers such as food and labor costs, tracks performance metrics, and takes action to meet financial goals
Hires, trains, and develops team members, providing on-the-floor coaching and supporting a positive team culture
Maintains a clean, safe, and compliant environment by proactively monitoring cleanliness, food safety, and security standards
Position Requirements
Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Experience managing food service operations and leading a team
Strong understanding of labor management, cost controls, and guest experience metrics
Education:
High School Graduate or equivalent
Years of Experience:
2 years of management and leadership experience or a college degree in culinary, business
Experience with fast casual restaurant or full service experience
Licenses / Certifications / Registrations:
ServSafe (or equivalent)
Alcohol Safety Certification (where applicable)
CPR/AED certification within 30 days of hire
Preferred Requirements
Culinary, hospitality, or business coursework or degree
Strong systems orientation and ability to follow through on operational processes
Experience driving operations and financial performance in a fast
Prior or current business owner experience
Pay
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.