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Lead Kitchen & Bath Designer

Northbay Kitchen & Bath | Petaluma, CA

Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Onsite

Design Exceptional Kitchen & Bath Spaces. Build Lasting Client Relationships.

Northbay Kitchen & Bath is an award-winning luxury design-build showroom specializing in high-end residential kitchen and bathroom remodels throughout Sonoma County. Our team partners with homeowners from the initial design consultation through product selection and construction, creating beautiful, functional kitchen & Bath spaces that reflect each client's lifestyle.

We're looking for an experienced Lead Kitchen & Bath Designer who combines strong design expertise with outstanding client relationship skills. This is an opportunity to take ownership of luxury residential projects from concept through completion while working with premium cabinetry lines, high-end finishes, and a collaborative construction team.

If you're passionate about creating exceptional spaces, thrive in a consultative sales environment, and enjoy working directly with homeowners, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As our Lead Kitchen & Bath Designer, you'll guide homeowners through one of the biggest investments they'll make in their home. You'll combine creative design, technical expertise, and relationship-building to deliver an outstanding client experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Meet with homeowners to understand their vision, goals, lifestyle, and budget.
• Conduct on-site field measurements for kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects.
• Design functional and visually stunning kitchen and bathroom layouts.
• Create detailed cabinetry designs using 20/20 Design Software.
• Develop permit-ready design drawings.
• Guide clients through selections including:
• Cabinetry
• Countertops
• Plumbing fixtures
• Tile
• Flooring
• Hardware
• Lighting
• Finishes
• Present design concepts and revisions to clients.
• Prepare project estimates and cabinetry orders.
• Coordinate closely with our in-house construction team throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build long-term relationships that generate repeat business and referrals.
• Stay current on industry trends, products, and design innovations.

What We're Looking For

We're searching for someone who enjoys working directly with homeowners and has the confidence to lead clients through both the design and purchasing process.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of Kitchen & Bath design experience (5+ years preferred)
• Interior Design Degree
• Experience designing custom kitchens and bathrooms
• Proficiency with 20/20 Design Software
• Experience creating cabinetry layouts and placing cabinetry orders
• Experience performing field measurements
• Strong understanding of residential remodeling and construction
• Excellent communication and client presentation skills
• Strong consultative sales ability
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Interior Design degree or related education
• NKBA certification
• Experience creating permit-ready drawings
• AutoCAD or Chief Architect, sketch-up experience
• Luxury residential remodeling experience
• Experience working in a design-build environment

Who You Are

You're someone who naturally builds trust with clients. You enjoy understanding how families live and turning their ideas into thoughtfully designed spaces.

You are:

• Consultative and relationship-driven
• Confident presenting design ideas
• Creative yet highly organized
• Detail-oriented
• Technically strong
• Comfortable balancing design with sales
• Passionate about creating exceptional customer experiences

Why Join Northbay Kitchen & Bath?

• Award-winning luxury showroom
• High-end residential remodeling projects
• Collaborative design-build environment
• Work with premium cabinetry and luxury finishes
• Strong pipeline of incoming projects
• Creative autonomy with support from an experienced team
• Family-owned company with an excellent reputation in Sonoma County
• Opportunity to build long-term client relationships and grow your career

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• $85,000-$120,000+ base salary (depending on experience)
• Commission on cabinetry sales
• Excellent earning potential for experienced designers

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Professional Development Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Ready to Design Beautiful Spaces?

If you're looking for an opportunity where your design expertise, technical knowledge, and client relationship skills will make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team that's redefining luxury kitchen and bath design throughout Sonoma County.

Additional Job Application Terms

This job is part of LinkedIn’s Full-Service Hiring beta program. Eligibility is limited to candidates located in and performing services in the United States, excluding those based in Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, South Carolina, or West Virginia. We’re committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you’re a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don’t hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search.