Designer

About the role

The Food Service Designer prepares detailed technical drawings, layouts, and design documentation for commercial foodservice facilities, including restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and institutional kitchens. This role collaborates with contract sales, territory sales, owners, operators, architects, engineers, equipment suppliers, general contractors, and project managers to develop accurate plans that support efficient kitchen operations and comply with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.

The ideal candidate is personable, outgoing, detail-oriented, and an independent worker with a strong background in Revit, BIM, and Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed food service equipment plans, kitchen layouts, utility drawings, and installation documents using CAD software.
• Confer with sales staff and customers to determine needs.
• Space Programming and Planning – develop kitchen, seating, and restroom layouts following building, ADA, and health codes.
• Develop custom stainless designs and details.
• Review details of spec sheets and shop drawings for utility information; assist with reviewing shop drawings.
• Verbal and written communication with architects, engineers, vendors, and customers.
• Participate in internal and customer meetings to review plans and changes.
• Prioritize workload and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Stay current with kitchen product knowledge through Rep Meetings and Presentations.
• Track billable and non-billable hours.
• Periodically archive electronic and hard-copy files.
• Answer customer questions regarding sizes of troughs, custom tables, etc.
• Participate in project coordination meetings with consultants, contractors, and clients.
• Conduct site visits and field measurements as required.

Requirements

• Degree/Certification in Design and/or CAD Drafting or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to work well independently or cross-functionally with a diverse team in a way that supports and builds company culture.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with Revit or BIM software preferred.
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen and foodservice equipment layouts.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and drafting standards.
• Ability to interpret architectural and engineering documents.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in foodservice consulting, commercial kitchen design, restaurant development, or hospitality projects.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as NSF requirements and foodservice design best practices.
• Knowledge of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) coordination.
• Experience with VR or rendering programs such as Twin Motion.
• Experience with 3D modeling and BIM coordination.

Skills

• AutoCAD
• Revit/BIM software
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Bluebeam Revu
• Construction documentation
• Equipment scheduling and specification review
• Space planning and layout development
• G-Suite applications (e.g., Gmail, Google Drive, Google Slides)
• Microsoft Office programs (especially PowerPoint design)
• Other design programs: Sketch-up, Photoshop, etc.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Generally indoor work environment with variable conditions.
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Occasionally stand, stoop, bend, and kneel.
• Ability to visit construction sites and existing facilities as needed.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Performance Expectations

• Produce accurate and complete drawing packages.
• Maintain project schedules and drafting deadlines.
• Minimize drawing errors and revisions caused by coordination issues.
• Support successful project execution from concept through installation.
• Maintain compliance with applicable codes and client standards.

Benefits

• Retirement: 401k match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with generous employer-paid premium portion for employee
• Vacation accrual
• Other voluntary benefits also available

Pay

Starting pay range: $26–$35 per hour, depending on experience.