Redefining Workplace Culture
that
matter
LifeWorks is a niche restaurant
group who delivers one-of-a-kind, immersive culinary experiences based on your company’s unique needs and culture.
Together The Greater Good
Food With Soul
Our food speaks
for itself
We care about where food comes from, how it’s prepared, how it tastes, and the impact it has on the community. We call it the food story. From our locally sourced beverages to scratch-made entrées, our team build these stories and share them with passion and transparency.
Crazy about
the craft
From breakfast to dessert and everything in between, our talented Tastemakers create every dish from scratch. Yea it’s a little crazy, but we believe everything tastes better when you can feel the passion and skill that went into making it.
on a culinary
expedition
Our Tastemakers ignite the senses through mouth-watering aromas, craveable ingredients, and a globe-trotting array of dishes that excite palates in any city, on any day.
wholesome. check.
awesome. check.
Great meals are about more than just nourishment, they should engage and motivate—our culinary Tastemakers shape the mealtime experience from custom recipes to local partnerships to keep you going throughout the day.
Being Exceptional
Takes Commitment
We stand by our culinary commitments every day to make
sure our meals break the mold on traditional at-work dining.
simple, clean
& no b.s.
Our ingredients taste the way nature intended–We promise. Plus we ditch the artificial ingredients and extra stuff whenever possible.
We Start with
the freshest ingredients
Hormone,
antibiotic, and
pesticide-free
Non-GMO
cheeses
No artificial
flavors or
preservatives
Scratch
with soul
Everyone knows food tastes better when it’s made from scratch. Sure it takes a bit longer, but it’s worth it.
housemade
stocks, sauces,
and dressing
authentic
ingredients,
traditionally
prepared
Small batch
cooking
Creative service
styles
thoughtful
finishing touches
Rooted in health
& wellness
Our chefs strive to pack performance in every bite, we make it easy to make balanced choices.
Menus that
provide choice
Diet-inclusive is
top of mind
Plant-based and
whole-grain
alternatives
Vegan and
vegetarian options
always offered
Transparent
nutritional
information
Ingredients with
integrity
We pick local and seasonal ingredients whenever possible, and join forces with responsible partners who share the same mission.
Responsible
sourcing of the
best ingredients
Cruelty-free
animal products
Sustainable
seafood watch,
best or green list
Certified organic
and fair trade
when possible
Responsible
packaging
and disposal
Committed to
the community
We are obsessed with local, sustainable, and organic food. Our chefs make every attempt to source products from partners in our community.
Highlight local
artisans and
their products
Partnerships with
local farmers and
ranchers
Community
driven programs
Making gnocchi is so satisfying. When done right they truly are little tiny pillows of happiness.”
- Guillermo Alvarez, Chef
Come Together
i like Making people happy,
creating memories, seeing people smile at something unexpected
in our restaurants that’s what it’s all about for me.””
Moments That Matter
We bring soul, love, passion, creativity, smiles, and childhood food memories into one dish. Let’s show them what we got!””
— Eddie Campos, ChefThe Greater
Good
WE’RE THE COMMITTED TYPE
The greater good means doing the right thing for the environment and communities we serve. From wellness programs you can take home to share with your families to environments that spark the next big idea, we are dedicated and determined to make an impact, one experience at a time.
WE BRING OUR CULTURE OF SUSTAINABILITY
Environmentally-friendly disposables, zero-waste efforts and a dedication to non-processed foods are just some of the ways we create a positive impact. We seek out community farmers, ranchers and CSAs to partner and plan menus together.
SETTING AN EXAMPLE IS IMPORTANT
We’ve earned our title as an industry game-changer by working alongside our partners towards the greater good. We build on your company initiatives and invest in your local community to make us all better together.
WELLNESS IS KEY TO THE GREATER GOOD
Serving the greater good means providing your workforce with delicious foods, spaces and programming that enhance performance, promote mindfulness and reduce stress.
We strive to
develop solutions
that can reduce stress and make our guests more productive throughout their whole day.”
— Doug Parsens, General Manager
See what we're up to
today on Instagram.
It's #NationalTortillaChipDay! This crunchy treat can be served with salsa, loaded with toppings, hold together tacos, and more! What is your favorite way to eat this delicious food? #LoveOfFood #HospitalityIndustry #LifeWorksRestaurantGroup #FoodService
Supporting local never tasted so good! Our Ohio team found a fun way to support one of their favorite local black-owned businesses, Schneider’s Bakery. The Ohio team picked up donuts to give to their guests. If you are ever in Columbus, make sure to stop by Schneider’s Bakery and pick up some goodies. Photo: @Schneidersbakery_oh #HospitalityIndustry #LoveOfFood #FoodService #BlackHistoryMonth #SupportLocal #LifeWorks
Our teams are busy dreaming up the perfect take home meal for you and yours this Valentine’s Day. What will you be preparing for 2/14? 💘
Vegetable scraps aren’t kitchen waste, they’re for soup stock! #zerowaste #nationalhomemadesoupday
With many guests still working from home and will likely do so well into the new year, we are finding new ways to stay connected with our guests, keep them nourished, and provide innovative solutions to help save time and stress.
Check out the link in bio to hear more about how we have adapted and what we are offering!
The chef’s table @lifeworks.plano looks 🔥😍! Beautiful chopped thai chicken salad
As 2020 comes to a close, we want to pause and say THANK YOU. Despite the challenges this year has brought, we have remained resilient and committed to bringing out the best in food, people, places, and the community to create something truly unique. Get ready 2021, we are going to BRING IT like we always do! #2021ready
Wishing all of our team members, guests, and partners a Merry Christmas!
Siri play, "Walking in a Winter Wonderland by Bing Crosby” Take home holiday packages make the perfect gift this year!
Our tastemakers have been busy baking up scratch made holiday cookies. Guests can choose from an assorted pack or one of their favorite flavors to take home. Sharing is OPTIONAL! 😜 #nationalcookieday
The LifeWorks team wishes you an amazing Thanksgiving filled with awesome food and memorable moments.
At LifeWorks, we are crazy about the craft. Our exectuive Chef Patrick Ford is sharing with us his scratch made sourdough bread recipe in the #linkinbio for #nationalhomemadebreadday
Our Tastemaker, Chef Margaret Occhipinti is sharing with us her housemade pizza dough recipe as well as two different pizza sauce options for you to make on
#nationalpizzaday Check out the link in bio for the recipe!
We believe everything tastes better when you can feel the passion and skill that went into making a dish. Scratch made quinoa and black bean cake topped with a pomegranate gastrique garnished with pom seeds, ninja radish, and pickled red beet. #pomegranatemonth
We are embracing the fall season in our restaurants with a pop-up Farmers Market featuring locally grown fruits and vegetables, housemade jams, and apple cider!
Every Sunday, Executive Chef Margaret and her family gather around to share a meal together. Just in time for Sunday supper this weekend, we have Chef’s homemade cavatelli for you to recreate in the #linkinbio . Enjoy!
On #nationalfarmersday, we celebrate our farmers who dedicate their lives to feeding and fueling our guests.
Bringing new fall flavors to our dishes while still keeping it local with our sustainable seafood #nationalseafoodmonth
Its #worldvegetarianday and we are sharing Chef Roger's new twist on an american favorite. Introducing, the Up-Beet Burger! check out the link in bio to find out his secret ingredient that makes this burger out-of-this-WORLD.
It is #nationalfoodserviceworkersday! We want to take this time to recognize all of our team members who bring it everyday. Thank you for your dedication, passion, and creativity, especially these past few months.
