Qualifications
Proven experience in driving the complete design process for product features, from initial concept through to high-fidelity execution, working with a significant degree of independence. Ability to leverage data and research to validate design choices, translating guest analytics and restaurant feedback into a structured user journey. Expertise in delivering high-quality, polished design artifacts that navigate complex restaurant requirements, while actively engaging with the Toast design system to ensure scalability and technical soundness. Strong collaboration skills to act as a reliable partner to Product and Engineering teams, making your work visible early and often, and using storytelling techniques to ensure alignment and feasibility. Advocate for the customer's voice in every discussion, simplifying complicated workflows, such as online ordering or loyalty programs, into intuitive and delightful experiences that embody true hospitality. Contribute to team growth by participating in design critiques, sharing best practices, and fostering a culture where feedback is valued. Incorporate cutting-edge AI tools and methodologies into your daily workflow to enhance ideation, streamline design processes, and elevate overall team performance.
About the job
At Toast, we empower restaurants and local businesses to thrive in a digital landscape, enhancing operational efficiency, boosting sales, and fostering customer engagement while keeping employees satisfied.
As a Product Designer in our Guest Organization, you'll play a pivotal role in harmonizing restaurant effectiveness with guest satisfaction. Your objective is to seamlessly connect the digital experience with the genuine warmth of dining, creating products that transform casual visitors into loyal patrons.
Collaborating with our Digital Storefront and Marketing team, you will work alongside researchers, engineers, and product stakeholders to turn valuable insights and restaurant challenges into innovative and user-friendly experiences. You’ll immerse yourself in the dynamic world of hospitality to grasp the motivations behind each guest interaction, using your design expertise to develop essential tools that contribute to the longevity and success of restaurants.
We seek a designer who embodies a Founder's Mentality: someone who takes full ownership of their responsibilities and is passionately dedicated to customer satisfaction. If you're ready to refine your skills and help shape the digital landscape of the restaurant industry, we invite you to join our team.
About Toast
Toast is at the forefront of technology, dedicated to helping restaurants and local businesses flourish in a digital world. Our innovative solutions empower business owners to optimize operations, increase revenue, engage customers effectively, and create a thriving workplace for employees.