CHAGEE (pronounced CHAH-jee) is a modern tea house with over 5,000 locations globally.
Our teas have a rich cultural heritage stretching across several thousand years. We are one of the earliest regional teahouse chains positioned as the purveyor of modern tea culture. Our mission is to refresh and reintroduce the lifestyle of tea to the world, where guests can connect in a beautiful space and enjoy premium and diverse flavors of tea.
Overview:
Join our vibrant and growing tea company as an Interior Designer, where your creativity will bring our vision to life! You'll support the design of exciting new locations, ensuring they reflect our unique brand while meeting all operational and budget requirements. This role is perfect for someone passionate about design and project management, overseeing 10-20 projects yearly. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team and external partners to make our tea spots the go-to place for our community.
What You'll Do:
- Turn ideas into reality by translating our US vision into design documentation, and collaborating with our design team in Asia to produce final results.
- Craft innovative site designs that embody our brand's spirit across regional markets.
- Skillfully negotiate with regulatory agencies to maintain our brand's high standards.
- Work closely with architectural and civil consultants to create compelling planning submittal packages for city review.
- Hire and oversee the work of outside consultants, ensuring top-quality construction documents.
- Present your designs to our internal leadership team, operations, regulatory agencies, and landlords.
- Collaborate with Construction and Real Estate teams to manage our store development pipeline.
Who You Are:
- You bring 5+ years of experience in architecture and design, preferably in retail or hospitality.
- You have a knack for preparing and managing development projects, including specific plans, zoning code amendments, design standards, and construction documents.
- You have a unique ability to bring others' visions to life in realistic ways.
- You have a portfolio of beautiful and innovative design work that showcases your creativity and excellence.
- You're a problem solver who thrives in fast-paced environments and can juggle multiple projects effortlessly.
- You're a leader who excels in communication and collaboration.
- You're committed to ongoing learning and training.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with yearly bonus opportunity
- 401K with company match to secure your future
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contribution for individuals and dependents
- On-site fitness center and wellness programs
- Generous paid time off and sick policy
- Income protection including Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be at the forefront of CHAGEE's expansion into the US market. Join us in shaping the future of premium tea culture and creating unforgettable experiences that will captivate American tea enthusiasts. Apply now and be part of something truly extraordinary!
