FOODSERVICE DESIGN MANAGER-(REMOTE)

Compass Group USA; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

The Foodservice Design Manager at Compass Group USA oversees 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.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering.
• Experience: 10+ years in commercial foodservice design, kitchen planning, and design coordination.
• Technical software: Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, KCL and AutoQuotes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, technical execution and day-to-day coordination of foodservice and retail design projects.
• Directly manage Foodservice Designers and BIM Managers and guide CAD/BIM standards.
• Coordinate with external architectural and engineering teams for MEP and equipment layouts.
• Develop design delivery across SD, DD, CD and CA phases and ensure code compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Project coordination

Communication

Design coordination

Client interaction

Leadership & collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

KCL

AutoQuotes

Job description

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A family of companies and experiences

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

• Team Supervision & Workflow Management: Manage and guide Foodservice Designers and BIM staff on daily project tasks, Revit/CAD standards, and production deadlines.
• 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.
• 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.
• Equipment Specification Oversight: Review and approve equipment selections, AutoQuotes documentation, cut books, and 11400 foodservice specification manuals for accuracy and code compliance.
• Custom Fabrication Review: Review custom millwork and fabrication drawings, collaborating with the VP of Design to implement necessary design modifications.
• 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.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.