R&D Chef: Culinary Innovator & Menu Architect

Sprout LA; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sprout LA is seeking an R&D Chef to lead culinary development for Destroyer, Meteora, and Vespertine. You will translate creative concepts into fully realized dishes, systems, and experiences, collaborating closely with Chef/Owner Jordan Kahn and the Director of Culinary.

You will shepherd ideas through sourcing, testing, organization, timelines, and hands-on training, ensuring consistency and sustainability across concepts.

Qualifications

• Leads development from concept to execution across multiple restaurants.
• Manages sourcing, testing, and documentation throughout product cycles.
• Translates creative concepts into consistent dishes and experiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine dishes, systems, and experiences across Destroyer, Meteora, Vespertine.
• Oversee sourcing, testing, timeline management, and training.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Sourcing & procurement

Testing & iteration

Documentation

Training & implementation

Job description

Sprout LA is seeking an R&D Chef to lead culinary development for Destroyer, Meteora, and Vespertine. You will translate creative concepts into fully realized dishes, systems, and experiences, collaborating closely with Chef/Owner Jordan Kahn and the Director of Culinary.

You will shepherd ideas through sourcing, testing, organization, timelines, and hands-on training, ensuring consistency and sustainability across concepts.