Kitchen Sales Designer Review

Item: Kitchen Sales Designer at Howdens
Rating: 4.2
Author: Anonymous

at Howdens

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Graphic Design

Bradford

Review Submitted: February 2023

Overall Rating

4.2 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4/5 - Overview of Role

4/5 - Skills Development

3.8/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

4/5

I am currently learning how to design kitchens and sell them to customers. My job involves going out into customers homes and measuring for their new kitchen. I also present the final designs to the customers in depot and show them the products they have in their kitchen.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

4/5

I really enjoy my job because I am designing kitchens for customers as well as getting to know them along the way. I love seeing the end results of my kitchen designs, it may not be often but I when I do see the final design I am amazed by how well I did.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

4/5

I have learnt how to deal with all types of customers whether it is in person or via email/telephone. I developed my CAD software skills and used them to make the best possible kitchens for my customers. I have also learnt how to use the Howdens quoting system to price up our products that customers want to purchase.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

3/5

My apprenticeship programme is quite organised because my tutor comes out once a month and is available when I have any questions. I do struggle to find time to do my apprenticeship work because I am working full time. I am out measuring and designing in between my collegework.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

4/5

I receive a lot of support from my employer and the team I work with are always happy to help.

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

4/5

I receive a lot of support by my training provider. My tutor comes out once a month to help me submit the work for my apprenticeship. I can contact my tutor when needed.

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

4/5

My qualification is relevant to my job role so it does help me perform better in my role. I feel like the paperwork side of the qualification could be worded better as it can be confusing but this does not effect my role.

Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

4/5

Howdens have many activities throughout the year including go karting, rounders and dragon boat racing. There is many opportunities to get involved with other depots and members of staff.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Howdens to a friend?

Yes

Why?

Because they are an excellent company to work for and their products and services are of high quality. They are in an in-stock business and this is great for customers who want to order something straight away.