Design Coordinator

Compensation Range

Overview:

DESIGN COORDINATOR

PHOENIX, AZ

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary and incentive opportunity
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Retirement savings program (with company match)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Dining perks at all FRC restaurants
Additional dining discounts at The Cheesecake Factory and North Italia
Gym, fitness studio & nutrition discounts offered through Gympass
Hiring Immediately!

The Role:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Design Coordinator to join our Design and Development team, supporting boutique restaurant projects throughout the construction and design process. This role is heavily focused on construction documentation, technical detailing, and project coordination, while also contributing to design development and FF&E selection. You will work closely with senior designers and project teams to bring high-quality restaurant environments to life. The ideal candidate is technically strong, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This is an opportunity to work on well-known hospitality brands including Culinary Dropout, Blanco Cocina & Cantina, The Henry, and more. This position is based out of our corporate office, a.k.a. The Big Kitchen, in Phoenix, AZ.

Key Responsibilities

Produce and maintain construction document (CD) drawing sets in AutoCAD (plans, elevations, sections, details)
Translate design concepts into accurate, buildable technical drawings
Develop test fits and space planning layouts
Build SketchUp models and 3D studies to support design development, produce finished renderings and create presentation packages
Create detailed millwork and custom furniture shop drawings
Assist in development and coordination of finish plans, RCPs, and interior elevations
Collaborate with senior designers on FF&E selection and material palettes
Support budgeting, specifications, and procurement coordination
Follow project schedules and create and follow tracking documents (Excel)
Assist with construction administration, including:
- Submittal reviews for design intent and accuracy
- RFI review and coordination
- Drawing updates and revisions during construction
Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, and vendors to ensure alignment across all project documentation

Qualifications

Degree in Architecture or Interior Design
2–5+ years of experience in an architectural or interior design firm
Strong proficiency in AutoCAD (required)
Working knowledge of SketchUp
Experience producing construction document sets
Understanding of architectural and interior detailing, including millwork
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Proficiency in Excel for project tracking
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Experience

Experience in hospitality or restaurant design
Experience with millwork detailing and custom furniture design
Familiarity with FF&E procurement processes
Experience working with brand standards or prototype documents
Familiarity with construction administration processes

What We’re Looking For

Takes pride in clean, well-organized drawing sets
Has strong technical and problem-solving skills
Enjoys both design and documentation
Is proactive, reliable, and detail-driven
Works well in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Is eager to grow into a well-rounded designer with strong technical expertise

Why This Role is Great

Opportunity to work on high-profile, nationally recognized restaurant brands
Exposure to projects from concept through construction
Collaborative, fast-paced, and creative team environment
Clear path for professional growth and development

About Us

Our story begins with Sam Fox, a man who is passionate about hospitality and endlessly inspired by food and design. He opened his first concept, Wildflower American Cuisine, in Tucson in 1998, and today has introduced dozens of ever-evolving Fox Restaurant Concepts brands. Now over 20 years later, we have 13 unique concepts with 100 locations that span across the U.S. The Fox Restaurants team is a community of creative thinkers who help bring Sam’s concepts to life. We love bringing passionate people and big ideas together, creating amazing experiences, and sharing stories over incredible food. We see every brand as a way for us to connect with and serve those who matter most—our people and our guests.

Fox Restaurant Concepts, an entity of the Cheesecake Factory, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required.

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