Designer, Outside Sales

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Russell Hendrix Food service Equipment is looking for a  Commercial Kitchen Designer  to join our Contracts team in Ontario. This role requires technical design expertise to develop compelling commercial kitchen solutions, industry relationships to open doors, and client‑facing confidence to see opportunities through from first meeting to final drawing. You will be backed by over 80 years of brand equity and an experienced team that supports your success.

If you are ready to bring your design and business development skills to an organization with the strength and stability to help you do your best work, we would love to hear from you.

Who We Are
At Russell Hendrix Food service Equipment, we empower customers to succeed by providing high‑quality food service solutions across Canada. For over 80 years, we have been a trusted partner to restaurants, hotels, and institutions nationwide, delivering industry‑leading design, product solutions, distribution, and execution.

What It's Like to Work Here
We are a team of people who believe how we work matters just as much as what we achieve. Our values of respect, integrity, and accountability guide how we treat one another and serve our customers. Our culture is defined by a strong customer focus, a mindset of winning as one team, a commitment to investing in success, and a genuine sense of care.

We collaborate, support one another, and take pride in delivering great work together. Joining Russell Hendrix means being part of a team that values your contributions, supports your growth, and gives you the opportunity to make a real impact in your role.

What's In It for You

Performance incentive plan – Earn additional income through a performance‑based incentive program tied to your results.

Flexible Health & Dental Benefits – Choose from a tiered benefits package that lets you select the level of coverage that best suits you and your family's needs.

Life Insurance – Peace of mind with coverage.

Employee & Family Assistance Program – 24/7 access to short‑term counselling, as well as coaching, and financial and legal support.

$400 Annual Wellness Benefit – Invest in your well‑being with support for fitness, mental health, and personal development.

Paid Volunteer Day – Give back to your community with one paid day off each year to volunteer.

Excellent Employee Discount – Enjoy great savings on our products.

Dynamic & Inclusive Work Environment – Be part of a team that values respect, integrity, and accountability.

Opportunities for Growth – We support your professional development and career advancement through training, mentorship, and internal mobility.

What You'll Do

Develop two‑dimensional commercial kitchen drawings that reflect project requirements and design criteria.

Prepare design drawings and recommend commercial kitchen equipment based on client needs.

Ensure design guidelines, construction specifications, building codes, and applicable standards are respected throughout the production of drawings.

Meet with prospective clients to assess needs and costs for design and projects.

Develop new business by leveraging brand and company strengths through networking and lead generation.

Continually analyze market trends to provide customer‑focused design solutions.

Collaborate with the Estimating and Project Management teams regarding fees associated with design, meeting deadlines, and project requirements.

Coordinate with architects, interior designers, engineers, consultants, and other trades to successfully facilitate project design requirements.

Collaborate with colleagues and leadership to ensure exceptional quality of design and customer service.

Perform other related duties as required.

Where You'll Work
This is a hybrid role based in Ontario, combining home office work, customer site visits, and corporate office collaboration where applicable. We have a preference for candidates located in Toronto, Ottawa, London, or Kingston, though applications from anywhere in Ontario are welcome.

What You Bring

Education and Experience

5+ years of experience in commercial kitchen design and AutoCAD.

2+ years of B2B sales or client‑facing…