Dutch Bros Coffee · 1 day ago
Director of Design and Architecture
Tempe, AZ
Part-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
8+ years expDutch Bros Coffee is a fun-loving company that aims to make a difference one cup at a time. The Director of Design and Architecture is responsible for leading the architectural and design strategy for the company’s retail locations, ensuring brand representation and exceptional customer experiences while overseeing design standards and team leadership.
CoffeeFood and BeverageRestaurants
Responsibilities
Define and maintain Dutch Bros’ architectural and design standards across all store formats
Oversee prototype design development, site adaptation, and construction documentation
Ensure brand identity and customer experience are consistently represented in all physical environments
Direct and approve architectural drawings, elevations, and design packages for permitting and construction
Lead, mentor, and grow a team of architects, designers, and external consultants
Develop design guidelines, tools, and workflows to improve efficiency, scalability, and quality
Partner with Real Estate, Construction, and Operations to align design with business and operational goals
Manage consultant and vendor relationships, including architects, engineers, and design partners
Work closely with Real Estate to evaluate new site opportunities and optimize layouts
Collaborate with Construction to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards
Engage with Marketing to integrate brand storytelling into store design
Collaborate with Operations to ensure optimal space planning and operational flow
Represent design interests in entitlement, permitting, and community outreach processes
Contribute to long-term development strategies, ensuring design scalability for rapid growth
Prepare and present design concepts, updates, and standards to senior leadership
Monitor industry trends, materials, and technology to drive innovation
Establish and manage design budgets and resource allocation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Environmental Design, or related field required
8–10+ years in architectural design leadership within retail, QSR, hospitality, or related industries
Proven track record in prototype development, site adaptation, and rollout programs
Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and external consultants
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite
Strong knowledge of building systems, zoning, permitting, and construction processes
Must have a valid driver's license; ability to travel as needed
Ability to occasionally move or lift items up to 25 pounds
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time while traveling
Must be able to stand, stretch, twist, and reach
Must be able to work effectively in diverse environments including various offices and hotel rooms
Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms
Vision must be good or correctable to ensure the ability to perform essential job duties
Hearing must be good or correctable to facilitate understanding of spoken information
Ability to read and write in English is essential for processing paperwork
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
Master's degree in Architecture, Environmental Design, or related field preferred
Benefits
Relocation support for candidates moving to join our team
Company
Dutch Bros Coffee
Dutch Bros is a high-growth operator and franchisor of drive-thru shops that focus on serving hand-crafted beverages.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.18BKey Investors
TSG Consumer Partners
2025-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2024-02-27Post Ipo Secondary· $232.4M
2023-09-06Post Ipo Equity· $300M
Leadership Team
D
Dane Boersma
Co-Founder
B
Brian Maxwell
Vice Chair
Recent News
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