The Fresh Fix

Title: Chef Consultant

Job Description:

We’re launching a bold, new fast-casual restaurant concept in Houston, and we’re looking for a Chef Consultant who knows how to bring the flavor without compromising the health. Our mission is simple but powerful: make healthy food more convenient, fast, and flavorful. If you’re a culinary creative with experience in Southern comfort food, traditional African-American cuisine, and a modern, health-conscious twist, we want to hear from you. This is a contract position with flexible hours, but it’s hands-on. You’ll be working closely with the founder to bring a vibrant, soulful concept to life that’s equal parts nourishing and delicious.

What you'll do:

• Develop a full fast-casual menu from concept to plate

• Create bold, flavorful recipes that are healthy and craveable

• Conduct recipe testing and standardize for volume food production

• Assist with cost control and ingredient sourcing

• Deliver detailed recipe specs and prep instructions for kitchen execution

• Bring creativity and fresh ideas to the table (literally!)

What we're looking for:

• Culinary experience with Southern comfort and African-American cuisine

• Proven work in healthy recipe development or fast-casual restaurant settings

• Experience in menu planning, scaling recipes, and food costing

• Strong communication skills, organized, and deadline-driven

• An out-of-the-box thinker who can combine Southern food and flavorful nutrition

• Nutrition knowledge is a bonus, but not required

Additional Information:

This is a freelance role with flexible hours, but must be based in Houston for in-person collaboration and kitchen testing. You’ll be working side-by-side with the founder to create something fresh, fast, and full of flavor.

Please send your resume to cilcareers@ciaml.com   to be matched.