F&B Designer

Populous, Inc; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global design firm in London is seeking a Mid-Senior level designer to enhance fan experiences through innovative hospitality and event designs. Candidates should have extensive experience in stadium design, proficiency in Revit, and excellent communication skills. This full-time role offers competitive benefits, hybrid work options, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Gym membership discounts

Hybrid working

Access to events at Populous-designed venues

Social and knowledge-sharing events

Qualifications

• Expertise in Revit to manage and design large-scale venues.
• Several years of experience in hospitality design, particularly in stadiums.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to project detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and enhance hospitality facilities for live events.
• Coordinate with project teams and external consultants.
• Develop detailed design documentation and manage BIM processes.

Skills

Excellent command of Autodesk Revit

Experience managing live BIM projects

Professional design work in stadium or large-scale hospitality

Design creativity with strategic F&B oversight

Communication and interpersonal skills

Organizational and time-management skills

Attention to detail

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft suite products

Adobe InDesign

Revizto software package

Job description

About Populous

For more than 40 years Populous has had a singular focus – to draw people together around the things that they love, to be the leading design firm that specialises in places, spaces and events where people gather. Our success is defined by designing projects that are seen as the benchmark. We are committed to future innovation, anticipating and shaping the future of our industries.

About the Role

This role sits within our F&B team within the wider Interiors department, Jump Studios. It will see you designing hospitality and GA facilities to enhance fan experience within live BIM projects. You will work with wider project teams to support development of venue‑wide F&B strategies requiring creativity and strategic F&B oversight. The ideal candidate will have experience in the stadium and live event sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Design world‑leading facilities, translating the best experiences from the restaurant and casual dining industry to live event venues and stadiums
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including Architects, Interior Designers and F&B project team leads to understand and develop best‑in‑class culinary concepts
• Support development of strategic F&B briefs
• Develop F&B plans, elevations and 3D models for large‑scale venues with multiple concessions, hospitality areas, production kitchens and pantries within Revit
• F&B document control including production and management of MIDP, TIDP, cover pages and project‑specific requirements
• Produce detailed F&B tender packages, including MEP requirements, equipment specifications, supply and extract flow‑rate calculations and equipment budget estimates
• Coordinate with external independent subject‑matter expert consultants to develop best‑in‑class solutions
• Act as the liaison between the F&B design team and project‑specific BIM coordinator
• Develop 3D model packages for stadium‑specific bespoke kitchen and concession elements
• Coordinate design packages with manufacturers to ensure best practice and code compliance
• Develop RIBA stage completion presentations detailing F&B strategies and designs

Key Requirements

• Excellent command of Autodesk Revit, with extensive experience managing live BIM projects
• Several years of professional design work with a focus on stadium, hotel or large‑scale hospitality design
• Design creativity with strategic F&B oversight
• Experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft suite products
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Understanding of permitting process, construction terminology, customs and practices and overall project sequence and timing
• Understanding of region‑specific F&B codes
• Knowledge of Adobe InDesign
• Knowledge of Revizto software package

About The Studio

Our Putney studio, which is also our EMEA Headquarters, is located on the banks of the River Thames, a short walk from Putney High Street and with excellent travel connections. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive and competitive benefits programme, as well as the opportunity to attend events at several Populous‑designed venues.

Why Join the Team

• Work alongside passionate, creative individuals who lead their industry, transform ideas into reality and celebrate the beauty of human connection
• Enjoy various benefits, such as hybrid working and gym membership discounts
• Enjoy the opportunity to attend events at Populous‑designed venues
• Connect and learn at regular social and knowledge‑sharing events including an annual conference and a weekend abroad Christmas party

How To Apply

Populous is an equal opportunity employer. If you’re ready to utilise your skills to support our growing practice, click “Apply” to begin the application process. In your application, please include your CV and a one‑page letter of motivation (cover letter), salary expectations, and availability.

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Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Architecture and Planning