Azumi Restaurant Group is home to some of the world’s most recognised hospitality brands including Zuma, ROKA, Oblix, Inko Nito, and Etaru.
Our restaurants are known not only for their cuisine and atmosphere, but also for their distinctive and carefully curated design. As we continue to expand globally, we are seeking a Design Manager to support the development of new restaurants and ensure the integrity of our brand environments worldwide.
Reporting to the Group Head of Design and Projects, the Design Manager will oversee interior design projects delivered by external design studios, ensuring that each project meets both brand expectations and operational excellence.
This role sits at the intersection of design, operations, and project delivery, helping bring new restaurants to life across some of the world’s most exciting locations.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the delivery of global restaurant design projects in partnership with external design studios
* Develop design briefs and ensure concepts align with brand identity, guest experience, and operational requirements
* Act as the key liaison between internal teams and external partners, guiding projects through design review and approvals
* Ensure operational functionality is fully integrated into design, including kitchen layout, back-of-house planning, utilities, acoustics, and guest flow
* Manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, resolving challenges as they arise
* Support sourcing of specialist materials, onboarding of design partners, and attendance at key site visits and project milestones
What Success Looks Like
In this role you will:
* Deliver restaurant designs that reflect the distinctive identity of each Azumi brand
* Ensure operational requirements are seamlessly integrated into design concepts
* Build strong relationships with external design studios and internal stakeholders
* Maintain consistency and quality across global restaurant projects
* Support the successful delivery of new restaurant openings
Skills & Experience
* Experience in restaurant, hospitality, or luxury interior design projects
* Background working with design studios, architects, or hospitality development teams
* Strong project management and stakeholder management skills
* Understanding of restaurant operations and spatial planning
* Ability to manage multiple international projects simultaneously
* Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
About Azumi Restaurant Group
Azumi is an internationally recognised restaurant group known for creating exceptional dining destinations around the world.
Our brands, including Zuma, ROKA, Oblix, Inko Nito, and Etaru, combine exceptional cuisine, contemporary design, and energetic atmospheres to deliver unforgettable guest experiences.