FOODSERVICE DESIGN MANAGER- (REMOTE, GA, US, REMOTE)

Salary: $100,000-$120,000 + bonus eligible
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As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!
great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Summary

The Foodservice Design Manager oversees the planning, technical execution, and day-to-day coordination of foodservice and retail design projects across Compass Group’s portfolio. This role directly manages Foodservice Designers and BIM Managers, guiding the creation of forward-thinking café and dining spaces for corporate workplaces, education, sports, and leisure sectors while helping establish national design guidelines.

Responsibilities

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Team Supervision & Workflow Management : Manage and guide Foodservice Designers and BIM staff on daily project tasks, Revit/CAD standards, and production deadlines.

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Design Delivery & Quality Control: Oversee and develop foodservice layouts across all design phases (SD, DD, CD, and CA), ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with project scopes.

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Technical & MEP Coordination : Supervise the drafting of equipment layouts, plumbing/electrical utility rough-ins, and Special Conditions plans, coordinating directly with external Architectural and Engineering project teams.

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Equipment Specification Oversight: Review and approve equipment selections, AutoQuotes documentation, cut books, and 11400 foodservice specification manuals for accuracy and code compliance.

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Custom Fabrication Review: Review custom millwork and fabrication drawings, collaborating with the VP of Design to implement necessary design modifications.

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Cross-Functional Collaboration : Serve as the primary design point of contact in project engineering meetings, working closely with Project Managers and clients to maintain project milestones and budgets.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering.
Experience : 10+ years of professional experience in commercial foodservice design, kitchen planning, and design coordination.
Technical Software Skills: Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, KCL, and AutoQuotes.
Industry Knowledge: Strong expertise in CSI Division 11400 specifications, health/sanitation codes, equipment cost estimating, and MEP coordination.
Leadership & Communication: Demonstrated ability to supervise designers, manage multi-project workflows, and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary partners.

If you are a self-motivated team player with a passion for design and the technical expertise to bring your ideas to life, we encourage you to apply for this exciting position. Join Compass and be a part of our creative team that shapes unique and functional foodservice spaces for our valued clients.

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