Graphic Designer (Brand & Packaging)

Who We Are :

7 Leaves Café is more than a coffee and tea shop. We are a mission-driven specialty beverage brand and a gathering place built on connection, culture, and craft. Since opening our first store in 2011, a small dream shared by siblings and friends has grown into over 40 locations across California, Nevada, and Arizona, with more than 1,200 team members. Our mission is simple : enrich the human experience through thoughtfully crafted beverages, a welcoming environment, and a people first culture.

Guided by servant leadership and community impact, we cultivate leaders at every level and foster a workplace where team members thrive, make an impact, and deliver WOW every day.

Position Summary :

This role sits on the Brand team and focuses on packaging, in-store design, and physical brand touchpoints across a growing fleet of cafés. You'll bring the 7 Leaves brand to life in real-world environments, ensuring every detail is intentional, consistent, and on-brand.

Working closely with Marketing, Product, and Operations, you'll own design execution from concept through production-balancing creativity with scalability and operational needs. This hands-on role is ideal for a designer who understands systems, production, and physical brand execution, not just aesthetics.

Position Details & Work Requirements :

Salary Range -

71,000k - $75,000K (Exempt)

Location -

Onsite at our Huntington Beach Corporate Office

Work Environment : Hybrid, with 3 days in office and 2 days remote with occasional visits to stores or field locations

Physical Requirements : Must be able to sit for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 15 lbs. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals.

What You'll Do :

Design and execute restaurant packaging, including cups, bags, straws, napkins, sleeves, and labels.

Design menus across in-store, drive-thru, seasonal, and promotional formats.

Apply and help maintain brand guidelines across all physical and digital touchpoints to ensure consistency and quality.

Support seasonal campaigns, limited-time offers, and special collaborations from concept through execution.

Manage quarterly photoshoots with external photographers, including creative direction, shot lists, on-set brand oversight, and post-production asset alignment.

Support creative needs for licensed partnerships; experience working with licensed IP is a plus.

Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Product, and Operations to ensure designs are production-ready, operationally sound, and on-brand.

Contribute light motion or video work for screens, social content, or internal presentations as needed.

What Success Looks Like :

Success in this role will be measured by improvements in :

Packaging designs are visually compelling, on-brand, and production-ready.

The 7 Leaves brand is applied consistently across all physical and digital touchpoints.

Design assets support brand storytelling, seasonal launches, and café experiences.

Projects move efficiently from concept to execution with minimal revisions.

Cross-functional partners trust design as a strategic contributor, not just a service function.

What We're Looking For :

Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign required)

Comfortable using Canva for fast, collaborative brand workflows

Familiarity with Final Cut Pro or other video editing tools

Curious and capable with AI-assisted creative tools (e.g. Sora, Nana Banana, or similar platforms)

Strong understanding of print production, specs, and vendor handoffs

Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple timelines

Thoughtful collaborator who brings ideas-but respects brand system

Experience supporting multi-location brands preferred

Understanding of how design decisions impact operations, cost, and scalability preferred

Passion for food, beverage, and culture-led brands preferred

Why You'll Love Working Here :

Stay fueled and inspired :

Enjoy your favorite handcrafted drinks on and off the clock with team member discounts.

Comprehensive benefits :

Medical, dental, and vision plans available for eligible team members to support your health and well-being.

A culture that matters :

Join a team that values authenticity, collaboration, and fun - where your personality and ideas are welcomed.

Grow and be rewarded :

Eligible Team Members will participate in our Annual Bonus Pool and be recognized for your contributions and impact.

Career development :

Take advantage of mentorship, hands-on training, and opportunities to advance within the company.

If you're passionate about design and building cohesive brand experiences, we'd love to brew something great together!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

7 Leaves Café is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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