KFC Africa Design Graduate

Gauteng - KFC has an opportunity for a Graduate Junior Interior Designer or Architect to obtain first-hand experience within one of the world’s leading QSR retail brands and fastest growing QSR brand in Africa. The function of the role will be: To support the Design Manager in coordinating plan approval for all new restaurants and remodels to ensure they are designed and planned according to rigid KFC Africa StandardsTo support the design team in invigorating new design standards to improve the customer experienceTo support the development and REX (Restaurant Operational Excellence) team in developing design standards/ site specific design layoutsKey Responsibilities will include:Plan Approval Process (65%)Support the Plan approvals manager in Collating, reviewing, monitoring all plan approvals for franchise and equity submissions (new, relocates and remodels)Maintain updated project data base and pipeline for each site (franchise & equity). This would include storage and distribution of drawings, photographs, scoping reports, sign off documentation etcRestaurant design and execution (25% of time)Support Africa Design Team in executing a design and asset strategy related to ‘building the big brand’ for KFC throughout Africa. When necessary, produce and provide site plans and internal layouts to support development team in delivering pipelineSupport Design Team in producing generic designs including 3D visualizations and brand standard documentationMaintain a full knowledge of current planning, building and health codes, regulations and ordinances, and other associated standards and ensure these are reflected in current KFC design standardsPost implementation review and recommendations, including preparation of detailed briefing and instructions to consultants, franchisees and other internal stakeholdersOther (10%)Special projects as needed by the Development teamRestaurant Training (LAS) Leading a ShiftQualifications:Architectural / Interior Design Degree essentialMasters in Interior Architecture or Masters in Architecture preferredRequired Competencies and Experience/Skills:Strong spatial planning and visualization skillsAn understanding of construction processes and systemsStrong interpersonal skills and proven ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formA strong interest in retail design and creating great customer experiencesStrong working knowledge of Autocad, Revit, Blue Beam, Corel Draw and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Indesign) and other 3D visualization softwareSound organisational skills and process orientatedStrong understanding of design and space planningAbility to work with people and build strong relationships