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Menu Systems Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

... design. How You'll Impact * Deliver a seamless ordering experience for guests across in-store, digital, and delivery channels through clean, consistent menu architecture. * Increase operational ...

... design. How You'll Impact * Deliver a seamless ordering experience for guests across in-store, digital, and delivery channels through clean, consistent menu architecture. * Increase operational ...

This role involves full ownership of menu design, overseeing food preparation, and ensuring the highest quality and sanitation standards. The Head Sushi Chef also manages supplier relationships with ...

Develop and design new recipes to enhance our menu offerings. * Ensure all food is prepared according to health and safety regulations. * Supervise kitchen staff and coordinate kitchen activities.

Develop and design new recipes to enhance our menu offerings. * Ensure all food is prepared according to health and safety regulations. * Supervise kitchen staff and coordinate kitchen activities.

Develop and design new recipes to enhance our menu offerings. * Ensure all food is prepared according to health and safety regulations. * Supervise kitchen staff and coordinate kitchen activities.

Executive Chef (Ocala)

Ocala, FL

$64K - $88.20K/yr

Strong culinary skills in menu design, food preparation, and live fire or open-flame cooking techniques * Leadership and team management skills, including training and mentoring kitchen staff

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Executive Chef

Ocala, FL

$64K - $88.20K/yr

Strong culinary skills in menu design, food preparation, and live fire or open-flame cooking techniques * Leadership and team management skills, including training and mentoring kitchen staff

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How much do menu design jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for menu design in the United States is $128,257.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,000.00 and $144,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Menu Design job?

A Menu Design job involves creating visually appealing and functional menus for restaurants, cafes, and other food establishments. Designers focus on layout, typography, colors, and imagery to enhance customer experience and drive sales. They may collaborate with chefs or restaurant owners to organize menu items effectively while considering branding and readability. Strong graphic design skills and an understanding of consumer psychology are key aspects of this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Menu Design position, and why are they important?

To excel in Menu Design, you need a strong background in graphic design, layout principles, and a keen understanding of food and beverage presentation. Proficiency with design software such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, or Canva is typically required, and experience with print production processes is a plus. Strong attention to detail, creativity, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with chefs, managers, and marketing teams. These capabilities ensure that menus are visually appealing, brand-consistent, and functional for both staff efficiency and customer experience.

What does a typical day look like for a Menu Designer?

A typical day for a Menu Designer involves collaborating with restaurant managers, chefs, and marketing teams to understand menu updates, seasonal offerings, and brand guidelines. You’ll spend much of your time brainstorming concepts, drafting layouts, and refining designs using graphic design software, balancing both aesthetics and readability. Reviewing proofs, making adjustments based on stakeholder feedback, and preparing files for print or digital publication are also common tasks. Menu Designers frequently juggle multiple projects and deadlines, so strong organizational skills are crucial, and the role often offers opportunities to build a diverse portfolio and advance to creative leadership positions.
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Infographic showing various Menu Design job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $128,257 per year, or $61.7 per hour.

Menu Systems Manager

NAYA New York

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

At NAYA, we’re on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. 

At NAYA, our mission is to share the Middle Eastern flavors that nourish and inspire us 

We are looking for an experienced, passionate person to grow with us as we live our mission. If you’re ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen.

You will love working at NAYA
We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including:

  • Competitive pay to recognize your impact

  • Competitive bonus plan

  • Paid Vacation time 

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving

  • Flexible Spending Account

  • Commuter benefits to make life easier

  • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve

  • Pet Insurance - because 

  • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within

  • Employee Assistance, Pay on Demand, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, and much more!


At NAYA, you’ll find more than a job — you’ll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success.


The Menu Systems Manager is responsible for building, maintaining, and optimizing NAYA’s menu architecture across all ordering platforms—POS, digital channels, and third-party delivery. This role ensures that guests have a consistent, accurate, and intuitive experience no matter how they choose to place their orders.

You will oversee integrations between ordering, payment, and fulfillment tools; manage menu-related data accuracy; lead testing for new items and system updates; and partner cross-functionally to support flawless rollouts. You’ll be the person who sees the menu as a system, not a set of disconnected items—someone who is highly organized, deeply detail-oriented, and passionate about creating operational excellence through clean, scalable menu design.


How You’ll Impact

  • Deliver a seamless ordering experience for guests across in-store, digital, and delivery channels through clean, consistent menu architecture.

  • Increase operational efficiency and reduce errors by ensuring accurate routing, pricing, modifiers, and integrations.

  • Support profitability and speed of service through menu clarity, system reliability, and proactive issue resolution.

  • Enable flawless launches of new menu items, system updates, and new restaurant openings.


What You’ll Do

Menu Architecture & Configuration
  • Configure, maintain, and optimize NAYA’s menu across all ordering platforms including POS, digital ordering, and third-party delivery partners.

  • Build comprehensive, scalable menu structures that support evolving business needs, pricing, and product strategy.

  • Implement and maintain 86ing processes across all channels, providing visibility into trends and operational impacts.

Systems Integration & Data Accuracy
  • Manage data flow and integrations between ordering, payment, and fulfillment systems to ensure accurate aggregation, routing, and reporting.

  • Monitor and troubleshoot integration issues, partnering with internal teams and external vendors to resolve quickly and prevent recurrence.


Testing, Launches & QA

  • Lead end-to-end QA testing for new menu items, system upgrades, and limited-time offers before go-live.

  • Develop and maintain documentation including configuration standards, QA checklists, and rollout playbooks.

  • Onboard new restaurant locations into all menu systems with accuracy and consistency.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Collaborate closely with Culinary, Marketing, Operations, Technology, Finance, and Leadership teams.

  • Ensure alignment on menu accuracy, pricing strategy, promotional setups, and launch timelines.

  • Serve as a subject-matter expert on how menu configuration impacts guest experience, speed of service, and reporting.


What you Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred—ideally in Information Systems, Hospitality, or a related field.

  • 3–5 years of hands-on experience in menu configuration, POS management, or digital ordering systems in a multi-unit restaurant environment.

  • 5+ years of experience in restaurant operations, technology, or systems enablement roles.

  • Proven experience managing cross-channel menu integrations using tools such as Toast, Lunchbox, Checkmate, and On Line Ordering Systems.

  • Demonstrated success implementing process improvements, QA procedures, and data accuracy initiatives.

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

  • A mindset that is:

    • Highly detail-oriented

    • Exceptionally organized

    • Able to see the menu as a cohesive system—not a collection of parts

    • Passion for improving guest and team experience through streamlined systems and thoughtful design.

    • Performs other related duties as assigned by the Management Team, approaching every task with care, consistency, and a positive attitude.

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