Compass Group USA
Director of Design and Concept Development
Compass Group USA, Brooklyn, New York, United States, 11220
Union Square Events
Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.
Position Title: Director of Design and Concept Development
Reports To: Vp of Business Development and Consultant
Salary: $145,000 to $160,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus
Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients. We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email
MyReferral@compass-usa.com
.
Click
here to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position.
Job Summary
Position Overview:
The Director of Design and Concept Development leads both internal and external projects from a spatial design and guest experience perspective. Supporting USE's VP of Business Development and Consulting, and working collaboratively with key leaders, this role is also responsible for developing and communicating new concepts, with a focus on architecture, interior design and branding. The Director of Design and Concept Development must also understand how operations, logistics, culinary development, marketing and finance influence and integrate into projects, to create a holistic solution and optimal hospitality experience.
Key Responsibilities: Support the business development and consulting activities of Union Square Events/Hospitality Lab and lead key areas related to architecture, interior design and branding.
Support USE's VP of Business Development and Consulting by acting as the design lead for consulting projects and new business initiatives with active involvement in USE's critical path timelines, and oversee concept, design and branding related tasks and responsibilities.Create spatial design solutions.Integrate branding into all design initiatives, collaborating with external branding resources as needed.Collaborate with internal USE teams to ensure project deliverables and design solutions are holistic and accurately respond to each project brief and scope.Support the coordination of custom RFP responses during the development process that represent USE's brand, culture and heritage.Lead RFP scope and deliverable components related to branding, concept development and design.Create documents and presentations for scope deliverables.Lead design presentations both internally and externally.Understand capital project budgets, timelines and opening procedures.Manage relationships with external design and branding firms.Assist with additional internal and external projects and initiatives as assigned.Stay informed and responsive to industry trends and code changes.Develop and run creative workshops, internally and externally.Analyze and respond to relevant data and feedback.
Qualifications:
Relevant Knowledge, Skills & Ability
At least five years of hospitality and restaurant design and branding experience.Understanding of building code, health code and ADA requirements.Understanding of operational requirements (front-of-house & back-of-house).Proficiency in AutoCAD, 3D modelling software (Rhino or SketchUp), Adobe Creative Suite.Integrity & discretionExcellent verbal & written communicationExcellent interpersonal skillsAttention to detail and multi-tasking
Education
Bachelor's Degree in architecture or interior design
Apply to Union Square Events today!
Union Square Events is a member of Compass Group USA
Click Here To Learn More About The Compass Story
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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Associates at Union Square Events are offered many fantastic benefits.
MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Associate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Union Square Events maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1312998
Union Square Events
Gina Barbish
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Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.
Position Title: Director of Design and Concept Development
Reports To: Vp of Business Development and Consultant
Salary: $145,000 to $160,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus
Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients. We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email
MyReferral@compass-usa.com
.
Click
here to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position.
Job Summary
Position Overview:
The Director of Design and Concept Development leads both internal and external projects from a spatial design and guest experience perspective. Supporting USE's VP of Business Development and Consulting, and working collaboratively with key leaders, this role is also responsible for developing and communicating new concepts, with a focus on architecture, interior design and branding. The Director of Design and Concept Development must also understand how operations, logistics, culinary development, marketing and finance influence and integrate into projects, to create a holistic solution and optimal hospitality experience.
Key Responsibilities: Support the business development and consulting activities of Union Square Events/Hospitality Lab and lead key areas related to architecture, interior design and branding.
Support USE's VP of Business Development and Consulting by acting as the design lead for consulting projects and new business initiatives with active involvement in USE's critical path timelines, and oversee concept, design and branding related tasks and responsibilities.Create spatial design solutions.Integrate branding into all design initiatives, collaborating with external branding resources as needed.Collaborate with internal USE teams to ensure project deliverables and design solutions are holistic and accurately respond to each project brief and scope.Support the coordination of custom RFP responses during the development process that represent USE's brand, culture and heritage.Lead RFP scope and deliverable components related to branding, concept development and design.Create documents and presentations for scope deliverables.Lead design presentations both internally and externally.Understand capital project budgets, timelines and opening procedures.Manage relationships with external design and branding firms.Assist with additional internal and external projects and initiatives as assigned.Stay informed and responsive to industry trends and code changes.Develop and run creative workshops, internally and externally.Analyze and respond to relevant data and feedback.
Qualifications:
Relevant Knowledge, Skills & Ability
At least five years of hospitality and restaurant design and branding experience.Understanding of building code, health code and ADA requirements.Understanding of operational requirements (front-of-house & back-of-house).Proficiency in AutoCAD, 3D modelling software (Rhino or SketchUp), Adobe Creative Suite.Integrity & discretionExcellent verbal & written communicationExcellent interpersonal skillsAttention to detail and multi-tasking
Education
Bachelor's Degree in architecture or interior design
Apply to Union Square Events today!
Union Square Events is a member of Compass Group USA
Click Here To Learn More About The Compass Story
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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Associates at Union Square Events are offered many fantastic benefits.
MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Associate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Union Square Events maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1312998
Union Square Events
Gina Barbish
[[req_classification]]#J-18808-Ljbffr