Culinary R&D Specialist

Culinary R&D Specialist  

Who are we and what do we do?     

Edible Brands® is an innovative, Atlanta-based company that acquires, develops, and manages a world-class portfolio of consumer and service brands. From our flagship brand, Edible Arrangements®, to the diverse portfolio under our umbrella—including Rōti Modern Mediterranean®, edible.com®, edibles.com™, freshfruit.com™, and BerryDirect®—we’ve revolutionized the way people experience food.  

By combining exceptional products with cutting-edge e-commerce platforms, proprietary software, and a robust supply chain, we create memorable and accessible experiences for customers across the globe. As a dynamic, forward-thinking company, we are constantly evolving to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions that resonate with our customers and franchisees worldwide. 

Purpose: 

At Edible Brands, we don’t just create treats—we craft moments worth celebrating. As a Culinary Product Developer / Specialist, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of our product innovation, combining culinary creativity with thoughtful design to deliver memorable and crave-worthy food gifting experiences. From brainstorming bold new concepts to bringing them to life in stores nationwide, your work will directly impact how people celebrate life’s sweetest moments. 

Location: This position will work onsite out of our Corporate Office in Sandy Springs, GA. 

 
Responsibilities:  

• Lead the end-to-end development of innovative food gifting products—from concept through commercialization
• Stay on the pulse of food, flavor, and design trends to inspire new product ideas
• Translate trends and insights into beautiful, delicious, and operationally executable product designs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet quality, proper product testing is complete, and operational standards
• Support the creation of marketing and merchandising visuals through ownership of product display elements
• Maintain expert-level knowledge of Edible’s product portfolio, store operations, and product technology systems
• Respond to ad-hoc corporate product-related requests and contribute creative solutions to support decision-making (company events, visitor gifts, executive requests, etc.)
• Champion food safety and compliance standards throughout the product development lifecycle
• Assist in building tools, processes, and documentation that enable innovation and product excellence

Required Experience  

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on culinary experience: General food preparation expertise, Knife-handling abilities, baking techniques and expertise, and knowledge of nutrition
• Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts, food science, or related field preferred 
• Demonstrated experience in developing or contributing to successful food / perishable products in-market
• Strong working knowledge of food ingredients, especially fruits, toppings, and edible decorations
• Familiarity with food safety standards, store operations, and product development best practices
• Experience working with external suppliers, vendors, or sourcing partners preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Key Competencies:  

• Creative & Curious – Brings fresh, original ideas and a passion for exploring innovative food and design concepts
• Detail-Oriented – Maintains a high standard of precision across ingredients, designs, and execution
• Collaborative – Works cross-functionally with ease, contributing to team success and shared goals
• Agile & Adaptable – Thrives in a fast-paced environment, adjusting quickly to evolving priorities
• Customer-Centric – Keeps the end consumer in mind, ensuring products are both beautiful and enjoyable

What We Offer:  

• Strong team-oriented environment, emphasizing cross-functional partnerships   
• The stability and resources of an industry-leading company successfully operating for 25 years, with the agility and innovation of a startup, allowing you to make a significant impact and shape our future.  
• Growth & Development – Each team member has a visible and immediate impact on the business, offering abundant opportunities for personal and professional growth as we scale in size and sophistication   
• Healthcare plans that include health/dental/vision insurance, 401K Plan, company-paid life insurance and short-term disability, flexible spending account options and more   
• Paid time off, including sick days & holidays to support work-life balance   

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, and disability, status as a veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran, or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard.