Interior Designer
American Society of Interior Designers, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Restaurant Interior Designer – Vandelay Hospitality Group
About Vandelay Hospitality Group
For over a decade, Vandelay Hospitality Group has built a legacy of iconic dining experiences, growing our portfolio across brands and markets nationwide. Guided by a shared vision, our team creates timeless spaces that embody the best of American hospitality – where quality, authenticity and a sense of place unite to leave a lasting impression.
Position Overview Interior design team members will participate in all phases of the design process from pre-design to completion for all restaurant projects under the direction of the director of design and ownership team. The designer will be responsible for FF&A selections, presentations, and interior design drawings based on the project program, criteria and budget. This person is required to maintain brand standards and budget requirements per project schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with pre-design phase determining the project scope, mood boards, brand & programming requirements per project
Research the project location, demographics, brand vision, design trends, and target market to determine guest experience
Meet with owner, operations, design, architecture and marketing staff to understand project requirements
Provide design mood boards and sketches that include fabric and finish selections to stakeholders
Provide a design narrative per project
Create space planning and design layouts to scale that ensure proper flow and egress through space
Coordinate with architect and/or rendering team as required
Selection of materials, finishes, hardware, furniture, lighting, and fabrics based on aesthetics, durability, cost and maintenance
Coordination with architects and procurement team to ensure all safety, fire, and accessibility - ADA codes are met
Produce sketch elevations and section sketches to architecture team for implementation
Select finishes, decorative cabinet and door hardware, decorative lighting, and decorative plumbing and plumbing accessories to coordinate with consultants
Source & provide FF&A specifications within budget and schedule to deliver to procurement team
Management of design team and interns as required
Work with procurement team to manage vendor relationships, costs, lead times and delivery to site
Review all submittals, shop drawings, cuttings for approval, finishes, seaming diagrams, etc. in a timely manner and issue to purchasing agent
Oversee mockup and sample reviews as required
Visit job sites to ensure design intent is being followed
Collaborate with architects and GC to resolve design or construction issues
Provide cost estimates throughout each phase of the project in collaboration with architect, GC, and procurement agent
Provide value engineering solutions when needed without compromising design aesthetic and integrity
Provide complete FF&A specification booklets with revisions as required and GC finish binder/material boards
Respond to RFI’s
Attend punch walk with architecture and design team and provide design comments
Attend FF&A installation with design and procurement team
Required Skills and Qualifications
Degree in Interior Design
7+ years related hospitality/restaurant
Excellent communication & presentation skills
Financial acumen for interior budgeting and coordination
Strong creative, multitasking, leadership, and organizational skills for decision making
Knowledge of building codes, accessibility standards and fire safety regulations
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Design Spec/Spexx Software, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite, and Revit
Perks
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available
Professional development and career growth
Paid Time Off
Dining discounts at all Vandelay Hospitality Group concepts
All Vandelay Hospitality Group restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and the 4th of July
Vandelay Hospitality Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category. Want to apply?
Send over your resume, portfolio, and introduction to recruiting@vhghp.com !
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Position Overview Interior design team members will participate in all phases of the design process from pre-design to completion for all restaurant projects under the direction of the director of design and ownership team. The designer will be responsible for FF&A selections, presentations, and interior design drawings based on the project program, criteria and budget. This person is required to maintain brand standards and budget requirements per project schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with pre-design phase determining the project scope, mood boards, brand & programming requirements per project
Research the project location, demographics, brand vision, design trends, and target market to determine guest experience
Meet with owner, operations, design, architecture and marketing staff to understand project requirements
Provide design mood boards and sketches that include fabric and finish selections to stakeholders
Provide a design narrative per project
Create space planning and design layouts to scale that ensure proper flow and egress through space
Coordinate with architect and/or rendering team as required
Selection of materials, finishes, hardware, furniture, lighting, and fabrics based on aesthetics, durability, cost and maintenance
Coordination with architects and procurement team to ensure all safety, fire, and accessibility - ADA codes are met
Produce sketch elevations and section sketches to architecture team for implementation
Select finishes, decorative cabinet and door hardware, decorative lighting, and decorative plumbing and plumbing accessories to coordinate with consultants
Source & provide FF&A specifications within budget and schedule to deliver to procurement team
Management of design team and interns as required
Work with procurement team to manage vendor relationships, costs, lead times and delivery to site
Review all submittals, shop drawings, cuttings for approval, finishes, seaming diagrams, etc. in a timely manner and issue to purchasing agent
Oversee mockup and sample reviews as required
Visit job sites to ensure design intent is being followed
Collaborate with architects and GC to resolve design or construction issues
Provide cost estimates throughout each phase of the project in collaboration with architect, GC, and procurement agent
Provide value engineering solutions when needed without compromising design aesthetic and integrity
Provide complete FF&A specification booklets with revisions as required and GC finish binder/material boards
Respond to RFI’s
Attend punch walk with architecture and design team and provide design comments
Attend FF&A installation with design and procurement team
Required Skills and Qualifications
Degree in Interior Design
7+ years related hospitality/restaurant
Excellent communication & presentation skills
Financial acumen for interior budgeting and coordination
Strong creative, multitasking, leadership, and organizational skills for decision making
Knowledge of building codes, accessibility standards and fire safety regulations
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Design Spec/Spexx Software, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite, and Revit
Perks
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available
Professional development and career growth
Paid Time Off
Dining discounts at all Vandelay Hospitality Group concepts
All Vandelay Hospitality Group restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and the 4th of July
Vandelay Hospitality Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category. Want to apply?
Send over your resume, portfolio, and introduction to recruiting@vhghp.com !
#J-18808-Ljbffr