Food & Beverage Cafe Manager
About the Role
Midtown exists to inspire people to become their best selves through the power of movement, connection, and belonging. Founded in 1970, Midtown has grown from one tennis club in Chicago to owning and operating eight luxury athletic clubs across the United States and Canada. The Opportunity & Your Impact In this role, you will lead Midtown’s food and beverage experience by managing daily operations, developing talent, and delivering a consistently elevated dining environment across all outlets. You will be responsible for balancing hospitality, operational excellence, and business performance; ensuring members enjoy a high-quality, welcoming, and socially engaging experience. You will play a key role in shaping Midtown’s hybrid hospitality model, where luxury service standards meet a casual, community-driven club environment. Job Overview On site at a Midtown Athletic Club location.: 1760 N Hicks Rd, Palatine, IL 60074 Oversees all food and beverage operations including café, poolside concessions, and events. Leads both front-of-house and back-of-house operations in partnership with National Director of Food & Beverage
Responsibilities
- Serve on the club’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT), collaborating across departments to strengthen operations, advance strategic priorities, and achieve shared goals
- Own the member experience: Ensure all outlets deliver a consistent, high-quality hospitality experience that balances luxury service with an approachable, social atmosphere.
- Lead daily F&B operations: Manage front, and back-of-house functions, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and alignment