Kitchen Designer - Design & Client-Focused Role

About A.One Kitchens

A.One Kitchens is a well-established New Zealand design studio specialising in bespoke kitchens and custom cabinetry. With studios in Tauranga and Christchurch and projects delivered nationwide, we have built a reputation for quality craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and strong client relationships.

We are a team that values detail, professionalism, and pride in our work. Every project — from a renovation to an architectural new build - is approached with care, precision and high standards.

We’re not standing still - we’re evolving, growing, and refining our brand and we’re looking for a designer who wants to be part of that momentum.

The Opportunity

This is a client-facing, design-led role with full project ownership from initial consultation through to final documentation and project handover.

You will work across both residential kitchen and cabinetry design and commercial fit-out projects, you will play a key role in transforming client requirements into functional, innovative, and well-executed joinery solutions.

You will:

• Meet and guide clients through their design journey

• Translate briefs into functional, beautiful kitchen and cabinetry concepts

• Understand kitchen joinery materials

• Produce 3D renders, accurate drawings and specifications

• Present confidently and professionally

• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders such as builders, architects, suppliers and developers

• Manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail

• Work across a variety of residential and commercial cabinetry projects

• Undertake site visits for measurements as and when required

This role suits someone who enjoys both creativity and commercial awareness — someone who understands that great design and great service go hand in hand.

Who We’re Looking For

We are hiring for attitude and personality first.

You might be a strong fit if you:

• Build rapport naturally and communicate with confidence

• Have prior experience in kitchen and cabinetry design

• Experience working on residential projects, with exposure to commercial projects being advantageous

• Have a strong eye for proportion, finishes and spatial flow

• Take ownership and responsibility for your work

• The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively

• Thrive in a team environment but can work independently

• Are motivated by delivering excellent results for clients and our team

Kitchen or interior design experience of 2 years is desired.
Experience with CAD software (Winner, Cabinet Vision, SketchUp, ArchiCAD or similar) is advantageous.

What We Offer

• Established brand presence across NZ market

• A supportive and collaborative team culture

If you have strong people skills and a genuine interest in design, we want to hear from you. You must be entitled to work in New Zealand & have a clean full drivers license.

Please send your CV and portfolio to Dean at [email protected].