Interior Designer (Hourly) – Small Restaurant Fit-Out (Selection + Procurement, Immediate Start)

We’re looking for a sharp, execution-focused interior designer to support a small restaurant project in Springdale, Utah.

The overall design direction is already defined — we are not looking for concept creation. Instead, we need someone who can move quickly and translate vision into decisions and execution.

Speed is critical. We are on a tight timeline and need someone who can start immediately and operate with urgency.

This is a hands-on, hourly role focused on:

• Material and finish selection

• Light furniture sourcing

• Vendor coordination and procurement

• Working directly with our general manager to implement the design

• Think: practical, detail-oriented, fast-moving executor — not overly conceptual.

Scope of Work:

• Review existing design direction and mood boards

• Advise on materials, finishes, fixtures, and furnishings (FF&E)

• Make specific product recommendations (with links, pricing, and lead times)

• Quickly identify in-stock or fast-ship options when needed

• Assist with ordering and procurement

• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers

• Communicate clearly with our GM to keep execution moving

• Ensure selections are cohesive and aligned with the design vision

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience designing restaurants, cafés, hospitality, or small commercial spaces

• Strong eye for materials, textures, and practical durability (high-traffic environments)

• Proven ability to source and procure (not just design)

• Familiarity with vendors, furniture suppliers, and trade resources

• Ability to balance design quality with budget constraints

• Highly responsive and comfortable working in a fast-paced, execution-heavy environment

• Able to move quickly, make decisions, and avoid delays

• Available to start immediately

Location Preference:

• Strong preference for candidates local to Springdale, Utah (or nearby) who can visit the site

• Open to U.S.-based remote candidates who can source and execute efficiently

Nice to Have:

• Experience working directly with operators / GMs

• Knowledge of restaurant-specific needs (cleanability, wear-and-tear, code considerations)

• Existing vendor relationships

Engagement Details:

• Hourly engagement (flexible, likely 10–25 hours/week depending on phase)

• Project-based with potential for ongoing work

• Must be highly responsive and available during working hours

Please Include:

• Portfolio of relevant work (especially restaurants or hospitality spaces)

• Examples of projects where you handled both selection AND procurement

• A brief note on your approach to moving fast under tight deadlines

• Your hourly rate and earliest start date (must be immediate or near-immediate)

What Success Looks Like:

• Clear, actionable recommendations (not vague concepts)

• Fast decision-making and rapid iteration

• Smooth procurement with minimal delays

• A finished space that feels thoughtful, cohesive, and on-budget

If you’re the type who can take a vision and execute quickly without hand-holding, we’d love to work with you.