Junior Interior Designer

Be the next member of our growing team at Browns Restaurant Group (BRG). We are a multi-brand restaurant company developing and supporting concepts within our corporate and franchise communities. If you have a passion for interior design and the restaurant industry, this role is for you!

As Junior Restaurant Designer you are responsible for supporting the design development and execution of restaurant environments that enhance guest experience and reflect the BRG brand. Working closely with intermediate and senior designers as well as project stakeholders, this role assists in the preparation of technical design documentation, project deliverable coordination and support for lead designers across new builds, renovations and special projects. The Junior Restaurant Designer combines design fundamentals, technical acumen, attention to detail and willingness to learn to support the design of BRG dining environments.

WHAT YOULL DO:

Design & Technical Excellence:

• Support the development of restaurant design concepts, while applying BRG design standards and building increased proficiency and accuracy in AutoCAD.

• Assist in project execution from design to handover completion by engaging in standard BRG design processes, coordinating design information, sample materials, up to date project documentation and communications.
• Contribute to design development by sourcing, organizing and maintaining the samples library while ensuring excellent vendor relations.
• Apply a hospitality focused mindset and consider guest experience, operational needs and business objectives when supporting lead designers with design.
• Assist in responding to design team and project requests in a timely and collaborative manner.
• Learn and apply BRG construction team processes and supports requirements during the construction phase.
• Support with base building landlord and consultant coordination including reviewing drawing sets for accuracy.
• Identify potential design risks and project impacts, escalating concerns and contributing to practical solutions.

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build collaborative working relationships and communicate professionally with franchisees, consultants, vendors and internal team members.
• Present assigned work, project status updates and ideas through clear visuals to the design team and senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrate accountability and reliability by delivering assigned work accurately and on schedule.
• Take initiative to support project needs and fellow team members to contribute to the teams overall success.
• Actively seek opportunities to learn, develop new skills and expand hospitality industry knowledge.
• Provide support for and perform such tasks as may be assigned by management from time to time.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Interior Design (from CIDA accredited school).
• 1-3+ years of commercial interior design experience, preferably in restaurant and hospitality environments.
• Understanding of restaurant front of house and back of house kitchen space planning, guest experience and operations an asset.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Suite, Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Ability to use SketchUp and Revit an asset.
• Solid knowledge of construction materials, techniques, permitting, and building codes.
• Familiarity with sourcing and purchasing materials/design elements.
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to effectively manage change within tight deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with all levels of the organization, and relevant external contacts.
• Hospitality background an asset.

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU:

• Competitive full-time salary, with the final agreed upon salary based on individual skills, experience and qualifications.
• Paid time off - vacation and personal days.
• Professional Development opportunities.
• Comprehensive Extended Health and Dental benefits program with a Health Care Spending Account.
• 50% off meals at select Browns Socialhouse and Crafthouse restaurants.
• Healthy office snacks and dog-friendly work environment.
• Social and team events.
• Office located near the heart of Kerrisdale, close to Pacific Spirit Park trails and UBC.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative and growing organization while being part of a remarkably hardworking team!Interested candidates should apply through this job posting with their resume and cover letter.

At BRG we thank all candidates for applying, however due to the high volume of applications, and to ensure that each candidate's journey is consistent, and the selection process is unbiased, we will only contact those we intend to interview.