our team
Stacy Miller
Stacy is a mom of two boys, can eat her weight in fresh figs, and founded good phyte foods in 2016.
Lindsay Seagull
Lindsay loves dark chocolate, studied at the Culinary Institute of America, and joined the good phyte team in 2025.
Stacy Miller
founder and lead snaxperimenter
Stacy moved to Charlottesville in 2011, and fell in love with the profusion of small farms dedicated to renewing the land and nourishing people. At the time, she was the Executive Director of the Farmers Market Coalition, committed to advancing the movement toward more resilient, diverse local economies.
Not long after, Stacy had her first son and was quickly frustrated and disenchanted with the available options for truly nutritious snacks. good phyte evolved with a double mission to support local vegetable sustainable farms while helping people eat cleaner to fuel their best selves.
In 2019, she was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis, an autoinflammatory spinal arthritis that reinforces her belief in the direct relationship between what we eat and how we feel.
Stacy has a B.A. in English and Environmental Studies from Saint Mary's College of Maryland and a M.S. in Agricultural and Environmental Education from West Virginia University. She is certified in Sports Nutrition.
Listen to Stacy's interview on the Edacious podcast to learn more about good phyte's evolution.
photo credit Jillian Regan
Lindsay Seagull
production manager
Hailing originally from New Jersey, Lindsay moved to Charlottesville in 2013 and loves the comparatively laid-back atmosphere. A graduate of NYU's Food Studies program, she also holds degrees in Baking and Pastry Arts and Hospitality Management from The Culinary Institute of America.
Over the years, Lindsay has gradually transitioned away from classic desserts towards more healthful and environmentally conscious products. good phyte is the perfect home for her as she has come to embrace a gluten-free lifestyle, with a passion for crafting nutrient-dense, vegan recipes with minimal added sugar.
An unapologetic lover of prunes, Lindsay is resourceful with leftovers, tends to obsessively fine-tune recipes, and believes most things can be improved with a little dark chocolate. When not nerding-out in the kitchen, she can be found jogging in Riverview Park, sweating in hot yoga, or being pulled along by her sweet (but rather stubborn) beagle, Jackie.
work with us
we're hiring!
Production Manager
good phyte foods is seeking a dedicated, reliable, and energetic part-time Production Manager (PM) to join the team in our kitchen. The PM will be trained in ingredient preparation, recipe execution, product labeling and storage, as well as performing washing and clean-up duties required in the kitchen, and then be able to execute these tasks independently. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join a small health food business team with a part-time commitment. Ideal start date for training is July 7, 2025 but could start earlier based on candidate availability.
Responsibilities
- Follow detailed recipes and, once trained, independently execute recipes from start to finish, including the proper preparation and weighing of ingredients.
- Label, bag, and properly store finished product.
- Oversee proper storage and organization of ingredients and supplies.
- Wash and appropriately store cooking appliances, instruments, utensils, cutting boards, and dishes; as well as properly cleaning food preparation areas according to established standards of hygiene.
- Assist in overseeing the Production Intern, who will aid in the process of ingredient and packaging preparation.
Requirements
- Previous kitchen experience of some degree is required, but the most important asset is a passion for nutritious food and a willingness to learn.
- This position requires the ability to stand for extended periods and the ability to work collegially in a friendly team environment but also independently as needed.
- Must have good organizational and time management skills and effective communication skills.
- Must have transportation to the good phyte kitchen in downtown Charlottesville on Rose Hill Drive.
Hours and Compensation
- This position will start at approximately 18-20 hours per week, preferably Tuesday–Thursday, with the potential to grow hours and responsibilities as the business expands.
- Starting pay is $20/hour, in addition to a good phyte product discount of 25%.
To apply, email a résumé with a brief letter of interest to Stacy at goodphytefoods@gmail.com.