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Menu Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious ... Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects and initiatives simultaneously with a ...

Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious ... Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects and initiatives simultaneously with a ...

Home Chef is a company focused on culinary strategy and ecommerce, currently seeking a Menu ... manage multiple complex projects and initiatives simultaneously with a results-oriented approach ...

The Menu Strategy Analyst will assist with planning the Home Chef Ecommerce menus. This requires ... Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects and initiatives simultaneously with a ...

Assistant Manager

Dyer, IN · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Menu Management: Assist the Kitchen Manager in developing new menu items and updating existing recipes. Ensure consistent quality and presentation of menu items according to menu specifications.

Assistant Manager

Dyer, IN · On-site

$18/hr

... Menu Management: • Assist the Kitchen Manager in developing new menu items and updating existing recipes. • Ensure consistent quality and presentation of menu items according to menu ...

Registered Dietitian - PRN

Northlake, IL · On-site

$31 - $41.75/hr

Menu Management (if Culinary Services Manager is not a Registered Dietitian, then RD provides the following oversight) * Monitors Culinary Services Manger's oversight of the menu management process.

Registered Dietitian - PRN

Northlake, IL · On-site

$31 - $41.75/hr

Menu Management (if Culinary Services Manager is not a Registered Dietitian, then RD provides the following oversight) * Monitors Culinary Services Manger's oversight of the menu management process.

Dining Services Manager We rely on and trust our Dining Services Manager to manage the operation of ... Utilizes menu and patient care software. * Monitor food production maintaining use of standardized ...

Utilizes menu and patient care software. * Monitor food production maintaining use of standardized ... State approved dietary manager certificate or become certified within one year from hire date

Under the direction of the Patient Services Manager and/or Clinical Nutrition Manager, responsible for patient menu management, data collection, and diet office functions, as needed. Essential Duties ...

Under the direction of the Patient Services Manager and/or Clinical Nutrition Manager, responsible for patient menu management, data collection, and diet office functions, as needed. Essential Duties ...

Job Summary Under the direction of the Patient Services Manager and/or Clinical Nutrition Manager, responsible for patient menu management, data collection, and diet office functions, as needed.

Under the direction of the Patient Services Manager and/or Clinical Nutrition Manager, responsible for patient menu management, data collection, and diet office functions, as needed. Essential Duties ...

DIET CLERK

Chicago, IL · On-site

$18.50/hr

Under the direction of the Patient Services Manager and/or Clinical Nutrition Manager, responsible for patient menu management, data collection, and diet office functions, as needed. Essential Duties ...

Under the direction of the Patient Services Manager and/or Clinical Nutrition Manager, responsible for patient menu management, data collection, and diet office functions, as needed. Essential Duties ...

DIET CLERK

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$19.50/hr

Under the direction of the Patient Services Manager and/or Clinical Nutrition Manager, responsible for patient menu management, data collection, and diet office functions, as needed. Essential Duties ...

DIET CLERK

Hinsdale, IL · On-site

$17/hr

Under the direction of the Patient Services Manager and/or Clinical Nutrition Manager, responsible for patient menu management, data collection, and diet office functions, as needed. Essential Duties ...

Under the direction of the Patient Services Manager and/or Clinical Nutrition Manager, responsible for patient menu management, data collection, and diet office functions, as needed. Essential Duties ...

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How much do menu manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for menu manager in Chicago, IL is $61,319.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,300.00 and $70,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a menu manager?

A Menu Manager is a professional responsible for designing, organizing, and maintaining the menu offerings in a restaurant or food service establishment. They analyze customer preferences, food costs, and current trends to create menus that are both appealing and profitable. Menu Managers also collaborate with chefs, oversee menu updates, and ensure that all items meet quality standards. Their role is crucial for maximizing revenue and providing a satisfying dining experience.

How does a menu manager typically collaborate with chefs and marketing teams to optimize menu offerings?

A Menu Manager works closely with chefs to develop and refine dishes that align with the restaurant’s brand, seasonality, and cost goals. They also partner with marketing teams to analyze customer preferences and promote featured items, ensuring the menu appeals to target audiences. Regular meetings and feedback sessions are common, enabling the Menu Manager to balance creativity, profitability, and market trends. This collaborative approach is key to keeping menus fresh, competitive, and aligned with business objectives.

What key skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a menu manager, and why are they important?

To excel as a Menu Manager, you need a solid background in culinary arts, menu planning, and food cost analysis, often supported by experience or a degree in hospitality management. Familiarity with inventory management systems, POS software, and recipe costing tools is typically required. Strong organizational, creative, and communication skills help you collaborate with chefs and staff while adapting menus to customer preferences. These skills ensure menus are both profitable and appealing, driving customer satisfaction and business success.

What is the difference between Menu Manager vs Restaurant Supervisor?

AspectMenu ManagerRestaurant Supervisor
Primary RoleOversees menu development, pricing, and updatesManages overall restaurant operations and staff
CredentialsFood service or culinary certifications often preferredHospitality or management experience typically required
Work EnvironmentOffice or kitchen, focused on menu planningFront-of-house, overseeing daily restaurant activities
Industry UsageCommon in restaurants, catering, and food service chainsCommon in hospitality, restaurants, and hotels

While both roles are vital in the food service industry, a Menu Manager primarily focuses on menu creation and updates, ensuring offerings meet customer preferences and profitability. In contrast, a Restaurant Supervisor oversees daily restaurant operations, staff management, and customer service. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers identify the right role based on skills and career goals.

What are the most commonly searched types of Menu jobs in Chicago, IL?

The most popular types of Menu jobs in Chicago, IL are:

What cities near Chicago, IL are hiring for Menu Manager jobs?

Cities near Chicago, IL with the most Menu Manager job openings:

Menu Strategy Analyst

Home Chef

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago


Home Chef rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are.

In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved.

Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings.

The Menu Strategy Analyst will assist with planning the Home Chef Ecommerce menus. This requires involvement in the meal R&D process/planning, supporting the menu development, execution process, and maintenance of menu planning tools and KPI tracking.

Detailed Responsibilities

Menu Planning

  • Support the balancing and publishing process with tactical inputs in Home Chef systems (e.g. Admin) for Core, Family, and Extras menus
  • Perform ad-hoc analysis requests to identify and implement actionable takeaways for future menus 
  • Collect cross-functional menu requests and ensure execution including but not limited to aging inventory depletions, partnership requests, etc. 
  • Work collaboratively with both menu team and cross functional partners on strategic recommendations for solving menu issues (e.g. over/under food cost, cross functional meeting representative)

Menu Performance Tracking

  • Execute weekly and monthly KPI tracking and analysis of menus - including financial (revenue, food, and margin) metrics and other quantitative (rating) or qualitative (reviews) metrics; this can also include helping track acquisition or marketing promotions
  • Track competitor product offerings and promotions
  • Support development and maintenance of R&D and various Menu Strategy team tools within Google Workspace

R&D Process Planning

  • Lead the meal selection process including preparing the data, leading the meeting, and allocating meals to menus
  • Support weekly recipe ideation process identifying redundancies in concepts and aggregating feedback for discussion
  • Taste and provide feedback on new meals
  • Lead sampling for Extras program - preparing items, tracking results, and communicating next steps with cross-functional partners

General Menu Maintenance

  • Review weekly menus to ensure all products (e.g. meal kits, extras) are merchandised / assigned accurately and meet production guardrails 
  • Execute any ad-hoc menu changes and communicate changes to cross-functional partners
  • Review bank of successful recipes for future menu uses including reviewing ongoing weekly meal performance for bank consideration

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

  • Completion of a four-year degree program in a related field 
  • 2+ years of experience in a rigorous fast-paced work environment
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects and initiatives simultaneously with a results-oriented approach
  • Strong Excel/Google sheets experience 
  • Independent self-starter inclined towards finding solutions without significant oversight
  • Passion for food and must be able to taste and provide thorough feedback on every meal and ingredient sample test in the kitchen (includes vegetarian, pork, chicken, steak, and seafood)


More About Us
Perks and Benefits
  • Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!
  • Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available
  • Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time
  • 401k program
  • Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses
How We Work Together

We are humble team players.
We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.

We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.
We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.

We take ownership.
We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.

Be at Home at Home Chef

We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.

We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at hr@homechef.com.

 

Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off.

Illinois Pay Range
$60,000—$75,000 USD

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