Design Manager at Hungry Jack's ® Pty Ltd

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Design management, Project management, Architecture, AutoCAD, Revit, Stakeholder management, Retail design, Hospitality design, Construction documentation, Brand standards, Commercial awareness, Design briefs, Development applications, Tendering, Problem solving, Communication

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

The Careers are Better at Hungry Jack's! We are seeking a Design Manager to join our internal Design Team at Hungry Jack’s on a parental leave contract of approximately 18 months. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of new restaurant projects and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, commercially effective designs across the network. You will be responsible for managing the design process for new Hungry Jack’s restaurants, working closely with internal stakeholders, external consultants, and franchise partners. This role requires a proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines in a fast-paced FMCG/QSR environment. Key Responsibilities: As a Design Manager you will: Manage the design process across multiple projects from concept through to construction. Prepare and issue design briefs to external architects and consultants. Review consultant documentation to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with Hungry Jack’s brand standards. Coordinate with Development Managers, Operations, Construction, and external stakeholders to achieve successful site outcomes. Prepare and review documentation for Development Applications, tenders, and construction stages. Respond to design-related queries during documentation and construction phases. Contribute to continuous improvement of design standards and processes, including décor and customer experience initiatives. About you: Tertiary qualifications in Architecture or a related design discipline. 3 to 6 years experience in a similar role, ideally within retail, hospitality, or multi-site environments. Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit, or similar). Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision. Strong attention to detail and a practical, solutions-focused mindset. Confident communicator who can work effectively with a range of stakeholders. Commercial awareness and understanding of how design impacts operational and financial outcomes. Why work for Hungry Jack’s? This is an opportunity to step into a hands-on role within a high-performing design team, contributing to the delivery of new restaurants across Australia. As part of our team, you will enjoy: Exposure to a diverse pipeline of projects nationwide. A collaborative and supportive team environment. The opportunity to make a tangible impact on the design and delivery of Hungry Jack’s restaurants. Give Back At Hungry Jack’s we don’t just want to make our customers happy. We also want to give something back to the community that supports us. So be a part of something bigger, like make-a-wish, sports and community event sponsorships and volunteering. Flexibility With over 420+ restaurants in Australia, chances are you’re not far from a Hungry Jack’s in Australia. And the hours we offer range from casual, part-time or full-time, varying from early morning to late at night. So you can balance it with sports, and school commitments – and a hectic social life, of course! Be Rewarded Hungry Jack’s staff perks include staff food discounts, service recognition, access to employee assistance programs and heaps of workplace flexibility.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end design process for new restaurant projects from concept through to construction. Coordinate with internal stakeholders, external consultants, and franchise partners to ensure brand consistency and project delivery.