Culinary Innovation Lead — Menu & Process

CFA Supply; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chick-fil-A is seeking a Menu Commercialization professional to lead development and validation of new menu items, ensuring high-quality production across restaurants. You will work hands-on in kitchen/R&D settings and coordinate with suppliers and operators to deliver consistent product execution.

The role requires deep culinary knowledge, strong communication with executives, and experience in process improvement within a franchised restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with culinary techniques and food production in franchised restaurants.
• Strong knowledge of process improvement (Lean Six Sigma) and root cause analysis.
• Excellent communication with senior leadership and cross-functional partners.
• Ability to design and execute experiments and tests for processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead menu process development and validation for new items.
• Develop production methods, tools, packaging, and quality safeguards.
• Collaborate across departments to maintain product quality and execution.
• Manage projects with suppliers and operators to ensure successful outcomes.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Food production

Lean Six Sigma

Project communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Culinary Arts / Culinary Management major

Job description

Chick-fil-A is seeking a Menu Commercialization professional to lead development and validation of new menu items, ensuring high-quality production across restaurants. You will work hands-on in kitchen/R&D settings and coordinate with suppliers and operators to deliver consistent product execution.

The role requires deep culinary knowledge, strong communication with executives, and experience in process improvement within a franchised restaurant environment.