POSITION SUMMARY:
Kahala Brands, a globally recognized leader in quick-service restaurant franchising located in beautiful Scottsdale Arizona, currently has an opportunity for a Design Assistant/CAD Drafter to join the headquarters team. Kahala franchisees and partners operate a portfolio of many quick-service restaurant brands including Cold Stone Creamery, Planet Smoothie, Pinkberry, Blimpie, and Baja Fresh, among others, in over 20 countries around the world. This is an entry to mid-level position and would report to the Director of Design.
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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