Montgomery, NJ · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence.The School District Chef ...
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Montgomery, NJ · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence.The School District Chef ...
Skillman, NJ · On-site
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence. The School District Chef ...
Skillman, NJ · On-site
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence. The School District Chef ...
North Plainfield, NJ · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence. The School District Chef ...
North Plainfield, NJ · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence. The School District Chef ...
North Plainfield, NJ · On-site
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence. The School District Chef ...
North Plainfield, NJ · On-site
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence. The School District Chef ...
Montgomery, NJ · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence. The School District Chef ...
Montgomery, NJ · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence. The School District Chef ...
Montgomery, NJ · On-site
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence. The School District Chef ...
Montgomery, NJ · On-site
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence. The School District Chef ...
Plainfield, NJ · On-site
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence. The School District Chef ...
Plainfield, NJ · On-site
This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence. The School District Chef ...
Montclair, NJ · On-site
$65K - $80K/yr
This role also oversees kitchen financial performance, vendor relationships, and menu development in collaboration with the General Manager and Owners. As leader of all kitchen operations the Kitchen ...
Montclair, NJ · On-site
$65K - $80K/yr
This role also oversees kitchen financial performance, vendor relationships, and menu development in collaboration with the General Manager and Owners. As leader of all kitchen operations the Kitchen ...
Rocky Hill, NJ · On-site
Strong background in scratch cooking and menu development. * Proven experience managing food and labor costs, inventory, purchasing, and kitchen financial performance. * Excellent leadership ...
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Rocky Hill, NJ · On-site
Strong background in scratch cooking and menu development. * Proven experience managing food and labor costs, inventory, purchasing, and kitchen financial performance. * Excellent leadership ...
$65K - $80K/yr
This role also oversees kitchen financial performance, vendor relationships, and menu development in collaboration with the General Manager and Owners. As leader of all kitchen operations the Kitchen ...
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$65K - $80K/yr
This role also oversees kitchen financial performance, vendor relationships, and menu development in collaboration with the General Manager and Owners. As leader of all kitchen operations the Kitchen ...
$90K - $95K/yr
Work closely with the front-of-house team to maintain proper ticket times and guest satisfaction. * Assist with menu development, specials, and seasonal culinary initiatives. * Step into the ...
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$90K - $95K/yr
Work closely with the front-of-house team to maintain proper ticket times and guest satisfaction. * Assist with menu development, specials, and seasonal culinary initiatives. * Step into the ...
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Montclair, NJ · On-site
$65K - $80K/yr
This role also oversees kitchen financial performance, vendor relationships, and menu development in collaboration with the General Manager and Owners. As leader of all kitchen operations the Kitchen ...
Montclair, NJ · On-site
$65K - $80K/yr
This role also oversees kitchen financial performance, vendor relationships, and menu development in collaboration with the General Manager and Owners. As leader of all kitchen operations the Kitchen ...
Newton, NJ · On-site
$67K - $87K/yr
Lead recipe creation and raw material development to support menu innovation and consistency. * Manage food cost strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness and profitability. * Provide technical ...
Newton, NJ · On-site
$67K - $87K/yr
Lead recipe creation and raw material development to support menu innovation and consistency. * Manage food cost strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness and profitability. * Provide technical ...
Newton, NJ · On-site
$67K - $87K/yr
Lead recipe creation and raw material development to support menu innovation and consistency. * Manage food cost strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness and profitability. * Provide technical ...
Newton, NJ · On-site
$67K - $87K/yr
Lead recipe creation and raw material development to support menu innovation and consistency. * Manage food cost strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness and profitability. * Provide technical ...
Neptune, NJ · On-site
$67K - $87K/yr
Lead recipe creation and raw material development to support menu innovation and consistency. * Manage food cost strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness and profitability. * Provide technical ...
Neptune, NJ · On-site
$67K - $87K/yr
Lead recipe creation and raw material development to support menu innovation and consistency. * Manage food cost strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness and profitability. * Provide technical ...
Newton, NJ · On-site
$67K - $87K/yr
Lead recipe creation and raw material development to support menu innovation and consistency. * Manage food cost strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness and profitability. * Provide technical ...
Newton, NJ · On-site
$67K - $87K/yr
Lead recipe creation and raw material development to support menu innovation and consistency. * Manage food cost strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness and profitability. * Provide technical ...
Morristown, NJ · On-site
$73K - $101K/yr
This role serves as the creative and operational leader of the kitchen, responsible for menu development, food quality, operational efficiency, and the leadership of the culinary team. The Executive ...
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Morristown, NJ · On-site
$73K - $101K/yr
This role serves as the creative and operational leader of the kitchen, responsible for menu development, food quality, operational efficiency, and the leadership of the culinary team. The Executive ...
Lyndhurst, NJ · On-site
$17 - $20/hr
May be required to assist with menu development, especially use of leftovers
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Lyndhurst, NJ · On-site
$17 - $20/hr
May be required to assist with menu development, especially use of leftovers
Jersey City, NJ · On-site
The Head Chef will also play a key role in innovation, seasonal menu development, cost control, and supplier management, balancing creativity with commercial performance. This is a hands-on ...
Jersey City, NJ · On-site
The Head Chef will also play a key role in innovation, seasonal menu development, cost control, and supplier management, balancing creativity with commercial performance. This is a hands-on ...
$100K/yr
This role serves as the creative and operational leader of the kitchen, responsible for menu development, food quality, operational efficiency, and the leadership of the culinary team. The Executive ...
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$100K/yr
This role serves as the creative and operational leader of the kitchen, responsible for menu development, food quality, operational efficiency, and the leadership of the culinary team. The Executive ...
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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.
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.
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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Montgomery, NJ • On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
Full-time
Posted 17 days ago
5.2
Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
We are seeking a School District Chef in the Skillman/ Montgomery Twp., NJ area. To provide culinary leadership and support across K-12 school foodservice operations. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, appealing meals while supporting menu execution, recipe development, food cost control, and operational excellence.The School District Chef will train and mentor foodservice teams, lead Chef Days and culinary promotions, support USDA-compliant menu development, monitor food quality and safety, and introduce innovative, student-focused menu concepts. The ideal candidate is a hands-on culinary professional who enjoys developing people, creating great food, and making a positive impact on the student dining experience.Qualifications:3-5 years of culinary/foodservice experience.Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.Knowledge of food safety and sanitation.Culinary training or professional culinary experience.K-12 or institutional foodservice experience preferred.ServSafe® certification preferred.Knowledge of USDA school meal programs and nutrition standards preferred.Join our team and bring your culinary expertise to a role where you can inspire students, develop teams, and elevate the school dining experience.
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Maschio’s Food Services is an industry leader in food service management specializing in K-12 nutrition. We provide the highest level of service for all school district food service programs with our experienced personnel. Our entire team of food service workers, school nutrition specialists, registered dietitians, and corporate chefs, have contributed to making lunch the best part of the day for students. We have partnered with local farms to have dedicated farmland that grows produce solely for Maschio’s Food Services. Our Farm to School Program allows our students to enjoy fresh and local farm to school meals. Maschio’s Food Allergy Management Program is unmatched. Our team of registered dietitians will create a safe menu for students who have life-threatening food allergies or medical conditions. We are involved in various green committees and recycling committees. Our Sustainable Maschio’s Program can assist your school district to bring greater sustainability to your food service program.
Food services and drinking places
11 - 50 Employees
Chester, NJ, US
1992
