Manager, Restaurant Design

Manager, Restaurant Design

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At Subway, "better" is baked into our DNA. We are a brand that believes in continued improvement … in our lives, our businesses, and our planet. From the handshake that started our very first sandwich shop to earning our position as one of the world's leading restaurant brands, we've always embraced change and the path ahead. And today, we're making better living way easier.

Our purpose is about more than the food we serve in our restaurants. It's centered on fueling healthy businesses and healthier lives. It is one of the most exciting times to join the Subway team and contribute to our transformational journey.

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity to support our Development team as a Manager, Restaurant Design based in Toronto. This role is responsible for producing and managing restaurant floor plans and design documentation that support new restaurant development, relocations, remodels, and operational modifications across the Canadian market. The position plays a critical role in enabling the company's development pipeline by ensuring designs meet brand standards, operational efficiency requirements, and Canadian regulatory and permitting standards.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Restaurant Design & Development

• Produce accurate, brand-compliant restaurant floor plans for new builds, relocations, remodels, and operational modifications across the Canadian portfolio.
• Ensure all designs align with Subway brand standards, operational efficiency requirements, and equipment specifications.
• Apply and maintain brand design standards across all project types, including premium and food court locations.

Project & Pipeline Management

• Manage a high-volume pipeline of concurrent design projects, ensuring timely delivery aligned with real estate, construction, and permitting timelines.
• Maintain clear tracking of project progress, design status, and documentation to support development reporting and coordination.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Support

• Partner closely with Real Estate and Construction teams to support active deals, landlord submissions, lease negotiations, and permit applications.
• Provide design expertise during site evaluation and development planning to ensure layout feasibility and operational efficiency.
• Work directly with franchisees as a knowledgeable design partner, responding to design questions and resolving issues efficiently.
• Through cross-functional collaboration, support the acceleration of deal conversion, reduce franchisee escalations, and serve as a clear, accountable local partner for all stakeholders.

Consultant & Agency Coordination

• Coordinate with third-party architects, consultants, and offshore design partner to manage workflow and maintain design quality and consistency.
• Review drawings and design packages to ensure accuracy, brand compliance, and constructability.
• Support Franchise Sales teams by developing site packages and insights to attract qualified operators to non-traditional growth channels.

Permitting & Compliance

• Support preparation and review of municipal permit submissions and landlord approval packages.
• Ensure designs meet Canadian building codes, accessibility standards, and regulatory requirements, including bilingual documentation and Quebec-specific compliance where applicable.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain organized project records and ensure all design files are properly stored and tracked in internal systems.
• Provide updates to leadership on design pipeline status, project progress, and risks impacting timelines or compliance.

Qualifications (some examples listed below):

• Bachelor's Degree Architecture, Interior Design, Architectural Technology, or a related field required.
• Post-secondary education in Architecture, Interior Design, Architectural Technology
• 3-5 years' experience in commercial or retail design experience, with restaurant, QSR, or food service experience strongly preferred
• Interpersonal, relationship-building and networking skills with a self-motivated attitude to work.
• Advanced Revit Expertise: Demonstrated hands-on experience with Autodesk Revit and a strong working knowledge of the platform. This includes the ability to modify wall types, place and adjust components, perform basic component creation and modeling, and apply or create materials.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with tight turnaround times.
• Strong working knowledge of Canadian building codes, accessibility standards, and permitting processes; familiarity with Quebec regulations is an asset.
• Highly organized and self-motivated with the ability to manage workload independently and prioritize effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and engage franchisees professionally.
• Ability to adapt quickly and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced development environment.
• Language requirements: Fluent in English – French language a plus.

What do we Offer?

• Insurance Plans (Medical/Life)
• Pension/401K/RSP (country specific)
• Competitive Bonus
• Mobility Allowance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Holidays
• Volunteering time
• And Many More…

Compensation: The base pay range for this role is $90,600 – $113,200 CAD annually. Pay within this range will be determined in good faith based on job-related factors, which may include skills, experience, education/training, location, and internal equity. Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, qualifications, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.