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Cook-Immediate Hire

Garden City, KS · On-site

$12 - $16.25/hr

If you have a flair for meal preparation and menu planning, we want to hear from you! Duties * Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to established recipes and dietary guidelines. * Assist in ...

Coordinates menu planning and adjustments; ordering and receiving of food. Monitors availability of ingredients; make adjustments when necessary. Coordinates placement of weekly food order among ...

Cook-Immediate Hire

Garden City, KS · On-site

$12 - $16.25/hr

If you have a flair for meal preparation and menu planning, we want to hear from you! Duties * Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to established recipes and dietary guidelines. * Assist in ...

Cook-Immediate Hire

Garden City, KS · On-site

$12 - $16.25/hr

If you have a flair for meal preparation and menu planning, we want to hear from you! Duties * Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to established recipes and dietary guidelines. * Assist in ...

Cook

Bethesda, MD

$19.16 - $23/hr

The ideal candidate will have experience in the food industry, with a strong focus on menu planning and fine dining. As a Cook, you will play a vital role in preparing high-quality meals that meet ...

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Sous Chef

Accord, NY · On-site

$50K - $62K/yr

Specializing in American cuisine, the Sous Chef assists with menu planning and leads daily food preparation activities, maintaining high standards of quality and safety. This role involves ...

Minimum of 3 years of experience in menu planning and food service management * Experience working in an assisted living or elder care setting * Knowledge of diet therapy and its application in menu ...

Dietary Director

Sullivan, MO · On-site

$19.50 - $22/hr

Minimum of 3 years of experience in menu planning and food service management * Experience working in an assisted living or elder care setting * Knowledge of diet therapy and its application in menu ...

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How much do menu planning jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for menu planning in the United States is $103,218.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

Success in Menu Planning requires strong culinary knowledge, nutritional understanding, and experience with food cost management, often supported by a degree in culinary arts, nutrition, or hospitality. Familiarity with menu design software, nutritional analysis tools, and inventory management systems is highly beneficial. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for collaborating with chefs and meeting client or customer preferences. These skills are crucial for developing balanced, appealing, and cost-effective menus that align with organizational goals and customer needs.

What is a Menu Planning job?

A Menu Planning job involves designing balanced, cost-effective, and appealing meal options for restaurants, cafeterias, or institutions. This role requires selecting ingredients, considering dietary needs, and ensuring variety while minimizing food waste. Menu planners work closely with chefs, nutritionists, and suppliers to create meals that meet customer preferences and business goals.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals in menu planning roles?

Professionals in menu planning often face the challenge of balancing nutritional requirements, budget constraints, and customer preferences while maintaining variety and appeal in their menus. They must also adapt to seasonal ingredient availability, supply chain issues, and evolving dietary trends. Collaboration with chefs, purchasing teams, and nutritionists is common, requiring strong cross-functional communication. Overcoming these challenges successfully ensures the creation of menus that satisfy both operational needs and guest expectations, making the role critical to a food service operation’s success.

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Cook - Contingent - Days (Variable Shifts) - Detroit

Cook - Contingent - Days (Variable Shifts) - Detroit

Henry Ford Health System

Detroit, MI • On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Henry Ford Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 543 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

402nd of 865 rated healthcare providers


Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Prepares hot food for patient care and the cafeteria. Oversees menu planning and job assignments as well as food preparation, sanitation, and other job-related duties.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assists in menu planning and production schedules.
  • Assists in cafeteria meal service and special functions.
  • Sanitizes work area and equipment.
  • Prepares hot food. 5. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
  • High School or G.E.D. equivalent required.
  • Minimum of one year of experience required or graduation from a Culinary Program.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience preferred

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Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services from Primary and Preventative care, to Complex and Cpecialty care, Health Insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, Virtual care, Pharmacy, Eye care and other Healthcare retail. It is one of the Nation’s leading Academic Medical Centers, recognized for Clinical excellence in Cancer care, Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Orthopedics and Sports medicine, and Multi organ transplants. Consistently ranked among the top five NIH funded institutions in Michigan, Henry Ford Health engages in more than 2,000 research projects annually. Equally committed to educating the next generation of Health Professionals, Henry Ford Health trains more than 4,000 Medical students, Residents and fellows every year across 50+ accredited programs. With more than 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford Health is also among Michigan’s largest and most Diverse employers, including nearly 6,000 physicians and researchers from the Henry Ford Medical Group, Henry Ford Physician Network and Jackson Health Network.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Detroit, MI, US

Year founded

1915