Architectural Designer

Company Description

KaTom Restaurant Supply, Inc. has served the food service and restaurant industry for over 30 years, providing quality products, competitive pricing, and dedicated customer support. From its beginnings in 1987, KaTom has grown to become one of the six largest restaurant supply and equipment dealers in the United States. The company has earned multiple prestigious awards, including recognition for management excellence and leadership.

KaTom maintains strong partnerships with manufacturers to deliver top-quality products, and its online store offers more than 175,000 items, with new products added regularly. Team members are supported by a culture that values exceptional service, growth, and collaboration.

The Architectural Designer is a full-time, on-site role based in Morristown, TN. This role is responsible for developing architectural designs and construction drawings for restaurant and food service facilities, ensuring layouts meet functional, safety, and aesthetic requirements. Day-to-day tasks include creating detailed plans and elevations, collaborating with sales and project teams to understand customer needs, and refining designs based on feedback and site constraints.

The Architectural Designer will coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to align design specifications with equipment, materials, and budget considerations. The role also involves maintaining organized project documentation, complying with relevant codes and standards, and supporting continuous improvement of design processes.

• Strong foundational knowledge in Architecture and Architectural Design to create functional, compliant, and visually cohesive spaces.
• Proficiency in Construction Drawings and technical Drawing for producing accurate plans, elevations, and details used in project execution.
• Awareness of Urban Planning principles to consider site context, traffic flow, and community impact where applicable.
• Experience with design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch Up or similar CAD/BIM tools) and fluency in reading and interpreting technical documents.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong spatial reasoning, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with sales, project managers, vendors, and customers.
• Knowledge of building codes, accessibility standards, and best practices in commercial/restaurant design is highly beneficial.