Kitchen and Bath Designer

Join the Custom Kitchens Family!

At Custom Kitchens, we're more than just a company; we're a close-knit family where everyone pitches in, wears multiple hats, and does whatever it takes to keep our clients thrilled and our operations running smoothly. Our top priority is exceptional client satisfaction, and we have achieved this together as a dedicated team since 1957.

Who We're Looking For: Are you passionate about kitchen and bath design? Do you have an eye for detail and a knack for creating stunning, functional spaces? If so, Custom Kitchens, Inc. is looking for you! Our ideal candidate understands the ins and outs of kitchen and bath projects, including cabinet making, installation, and comprehensive renovations. Product knowledge across various materials, appliances, lighting fixtures, and finishes is a plus. If you can design and draw kitchens and baths, you're exactly who we need!

What Custom Kitchens Inc. offers:

• Family Atmosphere: A fantastic work environment that focuses on family values and exceptional client satisfaction.
• Top-Notch Showroom: Our showroom features high-end, market-relevant products that clients want to buy.
• Ongoing Education: Continuous learning through product reps, management, and industry professionals.
• Supportive Management: Caring and enthusiastic leadership that’s here to help you succeed.
• Experienced Team: A seasoned team of in-house installation professionals, shop experts, warehouse staff, and support personnel.
• Quality Products: Great products with stellar reputations.
• Loyal Client Base: A long-standing client base with many repeat clients and glowing 5-star reviews.
• Designer visibility: Through a comprehensive suite of promotional services Custom Kitchen helps promote each designer. Our offerings include professional photography, a professional website, robust social media strategies, membership in professional groups, and access to our extensive network of long-standing clients.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Reimbursement for professional development and continuous learning, 401K, 401K matching, Profit Sharing Bonus opportunities, and Training program

Job responsibilities:

• Staff the showroom one day a week in our world-class showroom from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, ready to manage new leads from walk-ins and phone calls.
• Stay on top of all leads and make sure no opportunity is missed.
• Work closely with clients to understand their needs, give them inspiring showroom tours, and schedule measurements for their dream kitchens and baths.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and communicate project details with clients effectively.
• Sell your design effectively to Clients emphasizing the solutions you have created.
• Collaborate with trade partners to bring projects to life, and meet installation teams onsite to ensure everything is on track. Be the go-to person for clients' and trade partners' questions and solutions.
• See projects through from sale to completion, ensuring no detail is overlooked.
• Keep up-to-date with code and legal standards for kitchen and bath renovations.
• Continuously pursue educational opportunities in the kitchen and bath field to stay ahead of the curve.

Position Requirements:

• At least 2 years of kitchen and bath design and sales experience, with a strong portfolio to showcase your amazing work.
• Proficiency in design software or the ability to hand-draft. 2020 is preferred but we can accommodate most software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Tech Proficiency andfamiliarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

Compensation: This is a commission-based position, with a salary plus commission structure during the training period. Motivated and experienced designers can expect to earn between $65,000 - $150,000 and up annually. More details will be provided during the interview process.

Recent Awards:

2024

• Richmond Magazine's Readers Favorite - Multi-Category - Kitchen and Bath Designers and Installers Winner
• Virginia Living’s Best of Virginia - Kitchens and Bath Designer Firm Winner
• Community Partner Awards - Richmond Habitat for Humanity
• Crystal Cabinet Company - Signature Award
• BKBG Peoples’ Choice Awards - National Winner for Kitchens

Central Virginia PRO Awards - 2024

• Grand Prize - Historical Renovations
• Merit Awards - Residential Interior $150,000 and over
• Merit Awards - Residential Kitchens under $100,000
• Merit Awards - Residential Kitchens over $200,000

Most Notable from 2023

• PRO Awards - Contractor of the Year won by Kyle Hendrick, Vice President

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Experience:

• Sales: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Richmond, VA 23226 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $150,000