Earls Kitchen Bar jobs in Vancouver, BC

Do you have a passion for hospitality design? Are you eager to create best-in-class restaurant spaces? If so, we are looking for you!

Earls Kitchen + Bar is seeking a collaborative, creative, and motivated Junior Interior Designer from a CIDA Accredited Interior Design Program to join our Store Development team in Vancouver, BC.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in the Store Development Project Team, assisting with AutoCAD floor plans, design presentation materials, SketchUp modeling, and construction drawings. You’ll also support FF&E coordination and on-site installations, with opportunities to travel to project sites across North America. This is a unique opportunity to work on innovative hospitality design projects in a collaborative environment with clear pathways for professional growth.

At Earls, we pride ourselves on being authentic and approachable—values reflected in the people we hire, the food and drinks we prepare, and the locations we create. If you’re a progressive thinker passionate about design and architecture, we’d love to hear from you!

Role Responsibilities

• Execute site-specific design visions by assisting and/or creating design presentation materials, SketchUp models, floor plans, construction drawings, and material/vendor research.
• Find efficiencies in FF&E and millwork packages through research, specification selection, installation documentation, and leadership of outside consultants and vendors.
• Present design intent and articulate reasoning for design choices to stakeholders, building confidence and engagement in the process.
• Engage and collaborate with external consultants to execute construction drawings.
• Execute floor plans, scoping documents, Construction Drawing Packages, Architectural handoffs, FF&E packages, etc. with the support of the Manager, Design.
• Manage on-site coordination of FF&E installation, landscaping, merchandising, professional photography, and dimming, including overnight installations when required.
• Innovate and improve the renovation process while taking ownership of design templates and tools, including Custom FF&E.
• Collaborate with the Facilities Team to provide design intent and specifications for capital expenditure projects.
• Ability to work outside standard business hours as required to lead installations, overnight work, and key project milestones.
• Ability to travel throughout North America as required to oversee projects and lead designers through projects.
• Demonstrate commitment to continued education and self-discovery around DE&I, the Earls Environmental North Star, and Earls attributes.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design from a CIDA-Accredited Program.
• 1-3 years of work experience in hospitality or commercial design.
• Ability to manage and execute multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Proficient in sourcing, specifying & detailing hospitality millwork, finishes and FF&E.
• Experience with Enscape or other rendering software is an asset.
• Experience producing high-quality contract documents & construction drawings.
• Working knowledge of Canadian and North American Building Codes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present design concepts confidently.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and self-motivated.
• Willingness and availability to travel across North America.

Bonus Points

• A sense of humour.
• A serious passion for food - we like to eat around here (sometimes wine is involved).
• Open to personal development and growth.
• The drive to succeed and the passion to be a part of Earls growth.
• Big team player – able to be both a leader and also support those around them.

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $50,000 to $65,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, complemented by all the perks and benefits below
• Comprehensive health care benefits effective from your first day
• A healthy lifestyle spending account to support you in living your best life
• Employee Assistance Program
• Earls 50% discount card for food and drinks at all Earls Kitchen + Bar, the Beachhouse, Birdies Eats & Drinks, LOCAL Public Eatery, and JOEY Restaurants locations
• 3 weeks vacation
• Make Life Awesome Week
• Opportunity to be a part of our partner-led Employee Resource Groups (ERG), designed to bring our greater communities together through mutual causes and shared experiences
• Flexibility with our Hybrid work from home/office model
• Bring your furry friend to work in our dog-friendly office
• Office amenities include a rooftop patio, lockers, showers, a full kitchen, and collaborative workspaces
• Travel opportunities for company events, new restaurant openings, and more!
• Leadership programs with career development and opportunities for advancement
• Awards, recognitions, team-building events, and more!

APPLY NOW

Please submit your application and your portfolio by July 31, 2026. We will be in touch with suitable candidates as applications come through. We look forward to hearing from you!

Earls is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, free from discrimination. We believe bringing together people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities is essential to our success, and brings us closer to living our purpose to Make Life Awesome.

All employment decisions inclusive of recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotions, and terminations are based on qualifications, competencies, and merit, without the consideration of any legally protected ground. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.