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yhata

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Honolulu, HI

$91K - $123K/yr

Leads a team of chefs and business development associates to build close customer relationships across the enterprise, providing consultation on operational improvement, menu development, product ...

Center Court Pizza & Brew

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Kitchen Manager

Iowa Colony, TX · On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

This role involves full responsibility for menu development and active use of proprietary software tools to manage scheduling and inventory. Responsibilities * Supervise and lead kitchen staff of 1-5 ...

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Holly Hills Country Club, LLC

Line Cook

Ijamsville, MD

$17 - $20/hr

An ideal line cook candidate has experience as a line cook, the ability to develop and contribute to new menu development, knowledge of all cooking stations and a proven track record of dependability ...

the Chef Agency

Culinary Director

Seattle, WA

$115K - $120K/yr

This role oversees menu development, kitchen operations, food quality, and culinary team leadership, ensuring consistency, innovation, and profitability across multiple locations. Key ...

The Restaurant Zone

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Pastry Chef - Italian Dining & Chef-Driven Tasting Menu Concepts

Omaha, NE · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Key Responsibilities Pastry Program Development * Design and execute seasonal dessert menus across both concepts * Develop composed desserts, house-made ice creams, sorbets, and specialty pastry ...

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Luxury Boutique Hotels

Culinary Director

Los Angeles, CA

$180K - $200K/yr

Based in Los Angeles, this field-driven role will partner with senior F&B leadership, Executive Chefs, and property teams on menu development, R&D, cost controls, systems, succession planning, and ...

Luxury Boutique Hotels

Culinary Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$180K - $200K/yr

Based in Los Angeles, this field-driven role will partner with senior F&B leadership, Executive Chefs, and property teams on menu development, R&D, cost controls, systems, succession planning, and ...

SkyBridge Luxury & Associates

Executive Chef

Dallas, TX

$71K - $97.90K/yr

Menu development, sourcing relationships, kitchen culture, team performance, and cost discipline all belong to this person. This is a high-visibility leadership role at a property where the culinary ...

SkyBridge Luxury & Associates

Executive Chef

Dallas, TX · On-site

$71K - $97.90K/yr

Menu development, sourcing relationships, kitchen culture, team performance, and cost discipline all belong to this person. This is a high-visibility leadership role at a property where the culinary ...

Prime Goup

Head Chef

New York, NY · On-site

Menu Development: Work closely with the executive chef to create and regularly update the menus to reflect traditional and contemporary dishes, utilizing knowledge of regional cuisines and cooking ...

Prime Goup

Head Chef

Miami, FL · On-site

Menu Development: Work closely with the executive chef to create and regularly update the menus to reflect traditional and contemporary dishes, utilizing knowledge of regional cuisines and cooking ...

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How much do menu development jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for menu development in the United States is $107,697.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,000.00 and $121,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Menu Development job?

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

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.

What are typical daily responsibilities for someone working in Menu Development?

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.
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

yhata

Honolulu, HI

$91K - $123K/yr

Other

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Salary Range: $91,000 to $123,000

Position Summary

The Business Development Manager is responsible for analyzing new business opportunities, evaluating existing customer profitability, and participating in enterprise-wide new business strategy and feasibility planning. This position drives product sales growth by providing customers and prospective customers with value-added services, exceptional customer support, and a strong focus on customer profitability.

The role assesses business and work-related situations, exercising sound judgment to make effective and timely decisions. The ideal candidate possesses strong knowledge of product offerings, industry trends, and relevant technologies. This position collaborates as a team member across departments and the broader organization and performs additional duties as assigned to support the overall success of the company.

Essential Duties

Specific Requirements

  • Leads a team of chefs and business development associates to build close customer relationships across the enterprise, providing consultation on operational improvement, menu development, product selection, and business strategies.
  • Responsible for generating new account revenue in alignment with organizational and individual sales targets.
  • Responsible for achieving established EB growth targets.
  • Plans and implements strategies to retain and expand existing customer relationships.
  • Ensures high-quality customer service and effective issue resolution to support client retention.
  • Leads client engagement activities, including identifying customer business requirements and preparing proposals.
  • Collaborates closely with Sales, Category Management, Purchasing, and Marketing to develop and present compelling offerings to prospective accounts.
  • Pursues, secures, and develops high-potential new business opportunities that can be transitioned to Account Managers to achieve annual sales and profit objectives, while maintaining a pipeline of emerging high-potential clients.
  • Provides strategic support to Account Managers by identifying and penetrating high-growth opportunities and expanding market share.
  • Develops and executes business plans to capture and increase market share.
  • Monitors market and street pricing dynamics and assists with pricing exceptions and approval processes.
  • Communicates challenges and feedback related to product mix and pricing to the Category Management team to support continuous improvement.
  • Provides sales training and enablement focused on product positioning and real-world application.
  • Utilizes Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), with focus on: (1) opening high-potential new accounts, (2) sales revenue growth, and (3) gross profit generation from new accounts.
  • Researches potential customer requirements, menu concepts, business size, and current suppliers; analyzes market trends and conditions; remains informed of product innovations, competitor offerings, pricing, and sales strategies; and shares relevant insights, menu ideas, and product solutions with customers as part of value-added service.
  • Performs similar and related duties as assigned by the Director of Sales.
  • Uses the Company’s Mission/Vision Statements and Core Values as guiding principles. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience. 
  • Minimum of 6 years of related experience in Business Development or a closely related field, including leadership and management responsibilities. 
  • Experience in food service, food distribution, consumer goods, or a related industry is strongly preferred.

Days/Hours of Work: 

Regular business hours, generally Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend hours also required. May require work beyond regular hours and occasional participation in Company meetings, events or business needs. 

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