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Chattahoochee Food Works

Pastry Chef

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Support product development and testing of new menu items. * Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards. * Assist with packaging and presentation of dessert products. * Work ...

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How much do food product development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for food product development in Georgia is $107,226.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96,700.00 and $120,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a food product development?

A Food Product Development job involves creating new food products or improving existing ones by experimenting with ingredients, formulations, and processing techniques. Professionals in this field work closely with food scientists, marketers, and manufacturers to ensure products meet consumer preferences, regulatory standards, and cost requirements. They conduct research, test recipes, and oversee production trials to bring safe, high-quality, and marketable food items to store shelves.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in food product development?

Food Product Development professionals often encounter challenges such as balancing taste, nutrition, cost, and shelf-life while adhering to strict food safety and regulatory standards. They may need to quickly adapt to changing consumer preferences and troubleshoot issues that arise during product testing or manufacturing scale-up. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, such as marketing, quality assurance, and supply chain, is key to overcoming these obstacles and launching successful products. This dynamic environment requires flexibility and a continual willingness to learn and innovate.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in food product development, and why are they important?

To thrive in Food Product Development, you need expertise in food science, sensory evaluation, and recipe formulation, typically backed by a degree in food science, nutrition, or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, food safety regulations, and product lifecycle management software is often required. Strong project management, creativity, and teamwork skills help individuals excel in this role. These abilities are essential because they ensure products are innovative, safe, and compliant while meeting consumer demands and business objectives.

How to get into food product development?

To enter food product development, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in food science, culinary arts, or a related field. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level roles in food manufacturing or research helps develop relevant skills such as product formulation, sensory evaluation, and knowledge of food safety standards. Proficiency with product development tools and strong teamwork are also valuable for success in this field.

What do you do as a food product developer?

A food product developer designs, tests, and refines new food products to meet consumer preferences and safety standards. They conduct research, create prototypes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams using tools like sensory analysis and food science techniques to bring products from concept to market.

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Infographic showing various Food Product Development job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,226 per year, or $51.6 per hour.

Sous Chef- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Paradies Lagardere

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$55K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Paradies Lagardère rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 62 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

402nd of 734 rated retailers

Job description

Position Description Summary:
The Sous Chef uses his/her skills to ensure that safety, sanitation, quality, and security standards are adhered to by inspecting the location throughout the visits to enforce compliance with the laws, company policies, and regulations. She/he collaborates with the team for sale, design, preparation and delivery of high-quality product and service and is accountable for ensuring all related programs are effectively and properly implemented including seasonal and promotional programs. She/he is accountable for developing and maintaining a positive relationship with customers, superiors, peers, and subordinates by conducting quality-assurance procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Builds cooperative relationships with national and local market prepared food vendors.
  • Develop strategic alliances based on innovation and product development.
  • Negotiate pricing, vendor programs, delivery, and payment terms for prepared food products.
  • Facilitate mutually beneficial agreements around promotional opportunities and support.
  • Be first to market in new products, innovation, and points of difference.
  • Conduct regular Quality Assurance tastings and evaluations to ensure recipe adherence, food quality, and consistency.
  • Launch/expand successful prepared food product lines and implement successful exit strategies for unproductive merchandise.
  • Completes all required reports, logs, and culinary audits/reviews in a timely manner.
  • Lead, contribute to and execute parts of the culinary strategic plan for the division.
  • Launch line reviews in support of customer and seasonal expectations.
  • Leverage fact-based decision making to drive growth and profitability.
  • Assists in kitchen schematics design and recommends adjacencies that support the efficiency of the space.
  • Orientates new cooks within their respective area, core culinary standards and established food programs.

  • Provides support for new restaurant openings and/or renovations.
  • Provides leadership to culinary team members and kitchen managers.
  • Assists with training, coaching and development of culinary team members.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS:
  • Proficient in the following dimensions of restaurant functions: food planning and preparation, purchasing, sanitation, security, company policies and procedures, personnel management, record-keeping, and preparation of reports.
  • Obtain and maintain current ServSafe Food Manager's Certification within six months of hire/promotion.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Ability to work various shifts in a 7/365 team oriented environment
  • Excellent customer service skills and an ability to communicate effectively
  • Self-starter able to prioritize and handle various tasks simultaneously
  • Proficient in the following dimensions of restaurant functions: food planning and preparation, purchasing,
    sanitation, security, company policies and procedures, personnel management, recordkeeping, and
    preparation of reports.
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. perform essential job functions such as standing, bending, reaching, climbing on ladder, and walking long distances.
  • Standing for long periods of time and the ability to work in environment with varying temperatures.

Paradies Lagardere is an equal opportunity employer
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The North American division of Lagardère Travel Retail. Paradies Lagardère brings 70 years of experience in pioneering trends, developing innovative shopping and dining options, and delivering engaging experiences for airport travelers across North America. With a retail and dining presence of 850 stores and 170 restaurants and bars in more than 100 airports, Paradies Lagardère is among the travel industry’s best in creating memorable and positive customer experiences for today’s travelers. Paradies Lagardère also provides superior design, and award-winning store and restaurant operations and management.

Industry

Retail

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

Year founded

1960

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