Junior Interior Designer

Junior Interior Designer

Department: Marketing 500011

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Troy - Innovation Center

Reporting To: Calynn Berry

Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000 / year

Description

A Taste of Who We Are:

Backed by a tireless commitment to high quality, innovative culinary offerings and unparalleled client and guest services, Continental consistently ranks among the top contract dining and refreshment providers in the nation according to Food Management Magazine, the industry's source for food service news and trends.

Our Mission

Delight our guest. Every meal. Every day.

Our Core Values

Exceptional - We recruit and retain phenomenal people who consistently go the extra mile to deliver results that lead the industry.

Hospitality - We are tirelessly committed to providing the highest quality food, beverages, and service by anticipating our guests'' needs so they can count on memorable experiences every time.

Collaboration - We prioritize working together with a shared vision and effective & transparent communication, we unite as one team to achieve remarkable experiences.

Responsibility - we hold ourselves accountable to be there for our team and clients, to deliver what we say we will, when we say we will and check in on progress along the way.

Innovation - We are forward-thinkers always looking for new processes, technologies, and techniques to increase efficiencies and scalability to improve our services.

The Experience You'll Create:

The Junior Interior Designer supports the planning and design of innovative workplace markets and food service environments that enhance the customer experience while supporting operational efficiency. This role combines technical drafting expertise with creative interior design, producing accurate design development documents, 3D renderings, and presentation materials for new installations and remodels.

Working closely with the Construction and Design Director and team members, the Junior Interior Designer will develop design solutions that align with Continental''s brand standards while gaining experience in commercial retail and foodservice design. This position is ideal for an early-career designer looking to build technical expertise while contributing creatively to real-world projects.

Essential Responsibilities:

Interior Design & Space Planning

• Create functional and visually engaging interior layouts for workplace markets and foodservice environments
• Assist in developing design concepts that align with client needs, operational requirements, and Continental brand standards
• Produce presentation materials, renderings, and visual concepts to communicate design intent
• Select finishes, furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) as needed while maintaining design consistency and project requirements
• Incorporate merchandising, customer flow, seating areas, and self-service elements into design layouts
• Continuously learn and apply foodservice planning principles, commercial building standards, and ADA requirements.

CAD Design & Documentation

• Produce accurate 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD, Sketchup and Enscape
• Create design development drawing packages including
• Develop high-quality renderings and visualizations to support client presentations.
• Revise drawings based on design feedback, field measurements, and project requirements.
• Maintain drawing accuracy and adherence to company drafting standards.

Design Support

• Present design concepts and renderings to internal teams and/or clients
• Conduct site visits and field measurements as needed to verify existing conditions.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure designs support operational and customer goals
• Maintain organized project files and drawing documentation throughout the design process
• Stay current on industry trends, materials, products, and design technologies

Ingredients for Thriving:

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design from an accredited program
• 2+ years of experience in design or space planning (Foodservice and/or retail spaces a plus)
• Proven ability to manage multiple small to medium-scale projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of drafting standards and design development documents
• Excellent communication skills
• Working knowledge of space planning principles including ADA compliance and building codes
• Proficient in: AutoCAD, Sketchup, Microsoft Office Suite,
• Experience in: Enscape (or other 3D rendering software), Smartsheets and ArcSite

Location(s) & Logistics:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Full-Time position location in Troy, Michigan
• Hybrid Schedule with 4 days required in office and 1 day remote
• Occasional travel within Continental's footprint (MI, OH, NY, PA, IN)

Savor the Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits for eligibles team members, including:

• Health Coverage - Medical, Dental and Vision
• Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs
• Additional Perks

To see a summary of current benefits, please visit https://www.continentalserves.com/work-at-continental/#benefits.