Design Assistant/CAD Drafter

POSITION SUMMARY:

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 or more years of restaurant design experience. Will consider candidates with college degree in related studies in lieu of experience.
• Educational or technical background in drafting, design or architecture experience working in a production firm environment a plus
• Architectural building code knowledge is a plus
• Design and construction background is a plus
• Must be able to review and interpret site information or as-built plans
• Generate plans, elevations, and details in AutoCad and PDF formats. These are required software skills.
• Detailed understanding of plans, construction documents and engineering disciplines
• Detailed knowledge and experience of restaurant equipment and design.
• Willingness to work with multiple individuals and diverse franchisee clientele.
• Ability to learn and retain brand standards/trade dress for multiple brands.
• Must have excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills. Highly organized and detail oriented
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams)
• Highly proficient in AutoCAD design software is a must including but not limited to block creation, updating and manipulation, layer management, and knowledge of creating drawing templates a plus
• Smartsheet PM software experience is a plus

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and/or maintain prototype CAD files for each brand including floor plans, finish details, elevations, ceiling and lighting and millwork details
• Maintain equipment spec books for each brand
• Maintain design guides for each brand
• Create & maintain CAD block libraries for each brand
• Draft feasibility test fits on request for unique spaces and/or multi-brands
• Assist with drafting plans for remodels, office updates, and other internal projects
• Collaborate closely with the design and construction team to ensure alignment
• Standardize brand prototype filing system
• Assist restaurant design managers with unique project requests as needed
• PRE-CONSTRUCTION
• Create proposed space “Test Fit” and other plans in AutoCad and PDF formats.
• Provide support as needed to individual architects during the entire development process.
• PLAN & DESIGN
• Create and manage process checklists and forms as needed for each project.
• REFRESH, REMODEL AND RELOCATION PROJECTS
• Generate and update RF/RM guides, specifications, and requirements.
• Review and redline remodel/reconfigured plans produced by architects while maintaining a variety of existing conditions, equipment, and requests.
• OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
• New product and material search
• Transition newly acquired brands into the Kahala development system.
• Maintain and organize project files for all brands.
• Benefits ( Subject to Change ):
• 401(k) matching, including Roth options
• 3 Medical insurance plans
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off (10 holidays, 3 weeks PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral program
• Wellness programs
• Hybrid work schedule