LifeCafe Culinary Intern

The Culinary Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting both Culinary and Core café models in a fast-paced, hospitality-driven environment. This role assists with daily food preparation, recipe execution, and service standards while learning kitchen operations, food safety, and quality control. Intern will work closely with culinary leaders to support menu execution, contribute to specials and seasonal offerings, and apply foundational cooking techniques. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in a culinary arts program or culinary school, bring basic kitchen experience, and are eager to grow their skills in a professional café setting.

Position Summary

Life Time seeks a motivated student or recent graduate to assist in the participation of the organization's day-to-day operations. They will work in a collaborative environment to improve experiences for Life Time members, prospective members and team members. This internship is an opportunity for a student to take ownership of designated projects for an abbreviated period of time to help extend and apply their knowledge to meet business goals.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Conducts a variety of general administrative tasks as assigned  
• Works cross-functionally with teams to execute strategies to meet business needs
• Helps improve administration procedures
• Observes multiple office positions and trains in a variety of tasks
• Attends company meetings and functions as needed
• Assists in other miscellaneous tasks as needed

Minimum Required Qualifications   

Education:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited university/college program

Years of Experience:

• n/a

Licenses / Certifications / Registrations:

• n/a

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently maintaining a GPA of 2.0 or higher
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• A passion for Life Time's mission

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 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.