Graphic Designer

MomofukuMomofuku was founded by chef David Chang in 2004 with the opening of Momofuku Noodle Bar in New York City. Credited with “the rise of contemporary Asian American cuisine” by the New York Times and named the “most important restaurant in America” by Bon Appétit magazine, Momofuku has restaurants in the New York, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas as well as Momofuku Goods, a line of restaurant-grade products for home cooks.OVERVIEWWe’re looking for a highly self-sufficient Graphic Designer to lead visual design across our family of Momofuku restaurants. This role sits on the restaurant marketing team and is responsible for everything from menus to brand identity. You should be excited to own projects from concept to production, be comfortable receiving feedback from non-design stakeholders, and be able to uphold high creative standards while managing practical timelines and vendor constraints.This is a role for someone who thrives on independence and versatility. You’ll be the go-to creative partner for marketing, operations, and culinary teams across the business.RESPONSIBILITIES Restaurant Branding & CollateralDesign brand assets and supporting systems across restaurant concepts—logos, iconography, illustration, and layoutBuild and maintain style guides that ensure visual consistency across menus, signage, merchandise, and digital assetsOwn design for menus, placemats, comment cards, check presenters, and other on-table or customer-facing collateralDesign compliant and on-brand signage across restaurant locationsSource and design to-go packaging and uniforms in partnership with the Ops and Marketing teams. Includes preparing mechanicals, managing proofing, and coordinating with production vendors when neededMarketing & Campaign SupportCreate graphics and supporting materials for seasonal promotions, social campaigns, email marketing, and eventsCollaborate with external partners and vendors on creative and/or asset development as the brand representativeReview and approve third-party creative for partnerships and events to ensure brand consistencyOwn cross-functional feedback collection on design projects Asset Coordination & Internal SupportEnforce brand standards internally and externally to ensure Momofuku’s brand is well represented in all design materialsContinuously improve design systems, including Adobe libraries and lead a quarterly audit of the brand style guideBring projects to life with external vendorsPull images or create quick-turn visuals for cross-functional internal needsManage production timelines for print and physical assets in collaboration with vendors and internal stakeholdersAbility to juggle multiple projects with tight deadlinesDesign and edit pitch decks, event sales materials, and branded presentationsCreate print and digital assets for internal initiatives (HR, team events, merch), partnerships, and promotional campaignsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 3–5 years of graphic design experience, ideally with experience in restaurants, hospitality, or lifestyle brandsStrong portfolio of work across print and digitalStrong typographic knowledgeExpertise in Adobe Creative Suite and illustration experienceComfortable owning creative direction without day-to-day art direction or reviewAbility to project manage vendor relationships, including finding new vendors when necessaryAbility to work with and translate non-designer feedback into effective creativePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience working in fast-paced or high-volume environments where brand and operational needs intersectFamiliarity with packaging or environmental design (e.g. menus, signage, in-store displays)Experience sourcing production vendors, managing specs, and working within budgets and timelinesAbility to evolve a brand’s visual identity while maintaining consistency across touchpointsA proven track record of dependability, a continuous focus on learning and development, and a history of consistently and successfully fulfilling all role responsibilities.WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?Momofuku features an ever-changing, evolving menu, with limitless opportunities for creativity. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including vision/dental/medical and gym and commuter discounts, plus more after required wait periods. We encourage our employees to grow and learn, and offer many opportunities for personal and career development. The duties of this position may change from time to time. Momofuku reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Momofuku or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.Momofuku is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.PAY SCALE METRICSThe Graphic Designer (Manager), Momofuku Restaurants employed in New York City within a pay band of $80,000 - $100,000 per year.