Description

In this role, you will shape the operational performance of international restaurants by leading kitchen layout design and approval processes. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing a team, collaborating with various stakeholders, and driving innovation to enhance guest experiences.

Requirements

• •Bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering
• •5+ years of experience in quick service restaurant or restaurant construction
• •Advanced proficiency in CAD and 3D modeling software
• •Strong ability to interpret restaurant layouts and technical specifications
• •Ability to understand and visualize interdependence across restaurant operations
• •Preferred experience in technical project management, supplier management, continuous improvement, operations performance management
• •Previous experience managing a small team preferred
• •High attention to detail and strong execution mindset
• •Experience delivering specialized training, onsite or virtual, highly desirable
• •Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Tasks

• •Lead the International Layout Approval process
• •Oversee day-to-day operations and long-term planning
• •Manage budgeting and process evolution to meet business needs
• •Supervise a team of 2–3 contractors reviewing restaurant layouts
• •Collaborate with franchisees, vendors, and cross-functional partners
• •Maintain and update Standard Layouts and Kitchen Design Guidelines
• •Deliver training on Design Standards and Layout Approval process
• •Manage complex or non-standard layouts with a focus on operations
• •Support strategic initiatives for innovative kitchen formats and workflows
• •Advocate for restaurant teams, guest experience, and franchisee success

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