Who We Are
We are creators and caretakers. Planners and perfectionists.
Culinary innovators and visionary collaborators, people who believe
imagination belongs at work.
Origin Story
Where our story began
We started by pioneering our California Fresh approach, bringing an emphasis on fresh, healthy, whole foods and made-from-scratch meals into workplace dining. That approach moved the entire industry forward, and we have kept breaking new ground ever since.
Our Culinary Vision
We cook with intention
We cook with intention, not obligation. We carefully source what is local, seasonal, and real, because great food starts long before it reaches the plate. We cook from inspiration, in small batches, at the last possible moment, because shortcuts are a compromise we don’t make. We celebrate the world on our menus, honoring culinary traditions with authenticity and respect. But food alone is never the whole story. We design every interaction as an experience, from the daily ritual of a well-crafted meal to the curated events and celebrations that mark life’s moments worth gathering for. Thoughtfully considered and impossible to forget, these are the moments and meals that remind people they deserve more than ordinary. And every guest who walks through our doors deserves to feel the difference. Wellbeing and sustainability are built in, not bolted on: food that is good for people and gentler on the planet, responsibly sourced, with less waste.
OUR STANDARDS
Built from our culinary teams out.
Everything at LifeWorks is built from our culinary teams out, which is what chef-led really means. Our people are trained to a proprietary standard through EPIC, our hospitality training program, across two sets of standards: how we welcome and anticipate (hospitality) and how we cook (culinary). Earn Your Stripes, our chef-mentored certification, takes a cook to a chef.
Our Team
Meet the leadership team
The chefs and leaders who set the standard and bring it to life in every location.
