R&D Chef: Whole-Food, Plant-Based Innovation

Job DetailsEast Point, GAJob DescriptionContract-to-Hire (Potential for Permanent Role)Location: Atlanta, GA (On-site, with some flexibility)We’re looking for a culinary leader with passion, purpose, and creativity who wants to change the way people eat for the better. Our brand is rooted in the belief that health is wealth, and we’re seeking an R&D Chef who can bring that philosophy to life through innovative, whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) recipes that taste incredible, nourish deeply, and stay true to our clean-label standards.If you’re energized by the idea of creating food that helps people feel good, performs well in a retail and wholesale environment, and has the power to transform lifestyles, this role may be your calling.What You’ll DoDevelop 100% whole-food, plant-based dishes.Innovate across retail, grab-and-go, and wholesale food categories (soups, salads, bowls, snacks, beverages, sauces, dressings, etc.)Create recipes that balance nutrition, flavor, scalability, and costBuild and maintain a recipe database with standardized measurements, nutritional profiles, shelf life, and production SOPsConduct testing for quality, consistency, and commercial feasibilityPartner with internal teams on packaging, labeling, marketing storytelling, and production hand-offsSupport store openings, seasonal launches, and menu refreshesWho You AreA culinary innovator with deep expertise in whole-food, plant-based cuisineAdept at developing food that tastes indulgent while staying cleanExperienced in R&D, product development, or culinary innovation for CPG, restaurants, or food manufacturingSkilled at scaling recipes from kitchen samples to production runsComfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, purpose-driven environmentCollaborative, open-minded, resourceful, and excited to build something that matterWhy This Role MattersThis is more than recipe development. It’s about making healthy, life-giving food accessible to more people. Your work will help shape the next chapter of our brand and inspire a community to choose wellness.CompensationContract role with competitive project or hourly compensationPotential to transition to a full-time permanent positionQualificationsMust-HavesProven track record developing WFPB recipes (not just vegan, must be whole-food)Understanding of nutritional balance in plant-forward cuisineStrong knowledge of food safety and commercial kitchen operationsExceptional palate, creativity, and attention to detailAbility to document, systematize, and train others on recipes and processes