Recipe Unlimited Corporation is Canada’s leading full service restaurant company. Home to such iconic brands as Swiss Chalet, Harvey’s, St.Hubert, The Keg, Montana’s, Kelseys, Bier Markt, East Side Mario’s, Landing Group, New York Fries, The Pickle Barrell & Catering, State and Main, Elephant and Castle, Original Joe’s, Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar, and The Burger Priest. With this diverse portfolio of restaurants our Home Office Teammates have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of some of the most popular, well-loved brands in Canada. Variety isn’t the only thing we offer – we are passionate about our industry, we celebrate and support diversity of thought, we are innately curious and encourage our Teammates to take ownership. Above all else, we believe in doing the right thing for our people, our communities and our planet.
Designer Intern will be supporting our designer and construction team using SketchUp and AutoCAD, following Brands’ specific standards for its both interior and exterior, as well as following building codes.
What you will do in this role:
● Provide an innovative approach to design and drawing support for the Design and Construction team
● Support the coordination and creation of SketchUp 3D renderings, AutoCAD drawings, and library standards (2D and 3D)
● Work with the Design team to produce design layouts for all Brands, in compliance with building codes
● Assist with drawing details, presentation development, material boards, specifications schedules, etc.
● Implement Recipe’s standard of current and new building materials, technology, code requirements and construction industry trends
● Incorporate the Interior and Exterior Design and Brand standards while coordinating with Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing
● Align building standards and specifications with corporate sustainability, energy conservation, and safety criteria
What we are looking for from you:
● Currently enrolled in 2nd or 3rd year at a accredited Canadian College or University, in a degree in Architecture (B.Arch), Interior Design, Architectural Technologist field
● Required skills:
- Fundamental understanding of Architecture, Interior Design with solid drafting abilities (AutoCAD, SketchUp, etc)
- Demonstrated skills (via portfolio of work) in layout design, SketchUp and CAD
- Demonstrated skills in Google Suite and Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
● Ability to work independently with a can-do attitude and eagerness to learn
● Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities and large volumes of work
● Valid driver's license and good driving record within provincial guidelines
● Work experience preferred:
- 1-2 years of experience working in Architecture, Design or Construction industry
- Experience in restaurant or Retail Architecture, Design, and/or Construction
- Functional knowledge of restaurant equipment, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing
● This position will start in January 2025 until April 2025 (with possibility of extending to August 2025)
What’s in it for you:
● Flexible/Hybrid work environment (3 days in the office, 2 days work from home)
● You’d be joining a close-knit, innovative team of creative and energetic go-getters
● You’d be a part of Canada’s largest full-service restaurant company that leads the industry in size and innovation
● 20% associate discount dining card and monthly dining allowance valid at participating Recipe brands
● A welcoming, fun and safe work environment founded on respect
● Career advancement opportunities with a company that owns some of Canada’s most iconic
restaurant brands
Recipe is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Celebrating people, being passionate and curious, owning it, and doing the right thing are the values that guide how we build our teams, support our franchisees and create a company that unlocks the full potential of everyone.
Recipe is dedicated to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation. For individuals that require accommodations please contact recruit@recipeunlimited.com
