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Performance Foodservice

Night Shift Order Selector

Buffalo, IA · On-site

$24.35/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers -- providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational ...

Performance Foodservice

Night Shift Order Selector

Durant, IA · On-site

$24.35/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers -- providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational ...

Performance Foodservice

CDL A Delivery Driver

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$31.20/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants and other experts builds close relationships with each customer, providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection and operational ...

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How much do menu development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for menu development in Iowa is $101,156.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,700.00 and $114,100.00 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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Menu Development jobs near you
Infographic showing various Menu Development job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,156 per year, or $48.6 per hour.

Night Shift Order Selector

Performance Foodservice

Buffalo, IA • On-site

$24.35/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Performance Food Group rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 72 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 49 rated food wholesalers

Job description

Performance Foodservice is Now Hiring Night Shift Order Selectors in Rock Island, ILStart at $24.35 per Hour - Paid Weekly
Top Pay & Benefits: 
  • Start at $24.35 per hour
  • Potential increase to $26.35 at one year!  
  • Paid Weekly!
  • Paid time off
  • Day 1 health & wellness benefits

Schedule: 
  • Sunday - Thursday work week
  • Starting times vary between 4:30 PM and 6 PM

Additional Benefits:  
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • 401(k) employer matching
  • Education assistance
  • And much more  
  • Growth opportunities
  • Safe and inclusive working environment
  • Culture of rewards, recognition, and respect 

Requirements:
  • Pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check
  • Complete required training independently & become EPJ certified within the new-hire training period

Position Responsibilities: 
  • Follow all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines
  • Ensure work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately
  • Review work schedule, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations
  • Perform a safety check on pallet jack/forklift to be used and insure that all other safety devices are functioning properly
  • Put on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear
  • Meet required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines
  • Place pallets on pallet jack and operate along assigned multi-level racks and locate products according to order sheets
  • Manually place the appropriate stock items on pallet from pick slots and racks as required
  • Use single and/or double pallets as directed
  • Transport completed palletized customer order to shipping dock staging area. May be required to shrink-wrap pallet for staging
  • Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries, or attach re-charger and complete vehicle inspection checklist
  • At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork
  • Stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout the shift
  • Lift, stack, and/or pull product weighing 10–35 lbs. regularly and up to approximately 60–100 lbs. (location dependent)
  • Work in multi-temperature environments (dry, cooler, freezer)
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

About Performance Foodservice:

Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers — providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.


Set Your Career in Motion with Performance Foodservice - Apply Now!Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

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