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Parkhurst Dining

Culinary Intern

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

... menu development to meet customer preferences, seasonal variances and cost objectives. • Assists leaders with Quality Assurance records and logs. • Follows all safety and sanitation standards.

Independence Village

Executive Chef

Zionsville, IN · On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

Must have previous experience and proficient with menu development and pricing. * Must have experience in all Microsoft Office applications required. * Culinary labor, food and small ware financial ...

Independence Village

Executive Chef

Zionsville, IN · On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

Must have previous experience and proficient with menu development and pricing. * Must have experience in all Microsoft Office applications required. * Culinary labor, food and small ware financial ...

Eatn Park Hospitality Group

Sous Chef

Franklin, IN · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

... in menu development, organization and completion of production sheets and execution of new recipe standards. * Assist Executive Chef in regular inspections of the entire unit for sanitation ...

Eatn Park Hospitality Group

Sous Chef

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

... in menu development, organization and completion of production sheets and execution of new recipe standards. * Assist Executive Chef in regular inspections of the entire unit for sanitation ...

Eatn Park Hospitality Group

Sous Chef

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

... in menu development, organization and completion of production sheets and execution of new recipe standards. * Assist Executive Chef in regular inspections of the entire unit for sanitation ...

Eatn Park Hospitality Group

Sous Chef

Fort Wayne, IN

$45K - $61K/yr

... in menu development, organization and completion of production sheets and execution of new recipe standards. * Assist Executive Chef in regular inspections of the entire unit for sanitation ...

Eatn Park Hospitality Group

Sous Chef

Franklin, IN · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

... in menu development, organization and completion of production sheets and execution of new recipe standards. * Assist Executive Chef in regular inspections of the entire unit for sanitation ...

Eatn Park Hospitality Group

Sous Chef

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

... in menu development, organization and completion of production sheets and execution of new recipe standards. * Assist Executive Chef in regular inspections of the entire unit for sanitation ...

Eatn Park Hospitality Group

Sous Chef

Franklin, IN

$46K - $63K/yr

... in menu development, organization and completion of production sheets and execution of new recipe standards. * Assist Executive Chef in regular inspections of the entire unit for sanitation ...

Eatn Park Hospitality Group

Sous Chef

Franklin, IN · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

... in menu development, organization and completion of production sheets and execution of new recipe standards. * Assist Executive Chef in regular inspections of the entire unit for sanitation ...

StoryPoint Group

Executive Chef

Zionsville, IN · On-site

$65 - $90/hr

Must have previous experience and proficient with menu development and pricing. * Must have experience in all Microsoft Office applications required. * Culinary labor, food and small ware financial ...

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The Villages of Indiana

Executive Chef

Zionsville, IN · On-site

$65 - $95/hr

Must have previous experience and proficient with menu development and pricing. * Must have experience in all Microsoft Office applications required. * Culinary labor, food and small ware financial ...

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How much do menu development jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for menu development in Indiana is $102,481.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,700.00 and $115,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is menu development?

A Menu Development job involves creating, testing, and refining food and beverage menus for restaurants, cafes, or catering businesses. Professionals in this role research food trends, balance flavors, and ensure profitability while maintaining brand identity. They collaborate with chefs, suppliers, and marketing teams to design appealing and cost-effective menu items. Additionally, they may consider dietary restrictions, sustainability, and customer preferences to enhance the dining experience.

What does someone in menu development do?

In a Menu Development role, daily tasks often include researching food trends, developing and testing new recipes, analyzing menu performance data, and collaborating with chefs, nutritionists, and procurement teams. Menu developers may also be responsible for adjusting existing menus to optimize profitability and catering to customer preferences while ensuring quality and consistency. Regular meetings and tastings are part of the job, as is working closely with marketing teams to create visually appealing menu descriptions. This collaborative environment allows you to have a direct impact on both culinary creativity and the business success of the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in menu development?

Excelling in Menu Development requires a strong understanding of culinary trends, nutrition, recipe costing, and food safety, often backed by experience in culinary arts or hospitality management. Familiarity with menu engineering software, inventory systems, and culinary certifications such as ServSafe are commonly beneficial. Creativity, collaboration, and attention to detail help professionals design attractive and cost-effective menus that align with brand standards. These skills ensure menus are innovative, profitable, and meet customer and operational needs.

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Infographic showing various Menu Development job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,481 per year, or $49.3 per hour.

Culinary Intern

Parkhurst Dining

Fort Wayne, IN • On-site

Internship

Re-posted 5 days ago

Parkhurst Dining rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 92 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 68 rated caterers

Job description

Parkhurst Dining is a family-owned and operated company that provides culinary, dining and catering services to over 80 organizations and universities. We believe that food is best when made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients, prepared with heart, & served with a smile. This culinary experience is uniquely and authentically Parkhurst. If you’ve been searching for a place where you can do what you love, love what you do and have room to grow, consider joining our team! Parkhurst Dining is part of Eat’n Park Hospitality Group, a regional portfolio of foodservice concepts serving 50 million guests annually in its restaurants, on college and corporate campuses and in every state through our online store. 


?PURPOSE:

The Culinary Intern is a paid internship position that supports the culinary team in ensuring high quality, good tasting, and well-presented foods are served to customers, clients, staff, retail customers, and catering guests. This role will also gain exposure to the financial and operational aspects of the business by assisting with supply chain activities, quality assurance, and food cost control. A final primary focus for the Culinary Intern will be client, customer, and guest relations/satisfaction.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:


Client, Customer, and Guest Relations

• Assists in preparing menus and food selections to meet needs of clients, customers, and guests.

• Develops and maintains cooperative and congenial relationships with staff in other departments.

• Proactively addresses customer and client needs; Identifies and implements improvements.

• Models the Smile Plus hospitality imperatives. 


Operational Execution

• Assists team with ordering and receiving food and supplies. Inspects deliveries to ensure wholesome foods are received in the correct quantities.

• Maintains Parkhurst Gold Standards, On the Go standards, and other company standards.

• Ensures high quality, good tasting and well-presented foods are served to customers, clients, staff, retail customers and catering guests.

• Assists in the completion and implementation of production sheets, recipes, order books, temperature logs, financial reporting, and other reports.

• Assists in menu development to meet customer preferences, seasonal variances and cost objectives.

• Assists leaders with Quality Assurance records and logs.

• Follows all safety and sanitation standards.


QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current university student pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, Professional Cooking Hospitality Management, or related field

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

• Confident with a friendly personality

• A demonstrated team player


START DATE & HOURS:

Requires at least a full semester but can include a full academic year commitment beginning in the fall semester. Minimum of 10-20 hours per week, as agreed upon with supervisor, carried out over a minimum of two days per week. Schedule is flexible to accommodate class schedules and other on-campus commitments. 

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