Demand for staff for kbb showrooms has surged over the past week, as kitchen and bathroom shops have re-opened, along with all non–essential retail, reports Simon Acres Recruitment.

According to the recruitment and training company for the kitchen and bathroom industry, it has seen the number of enquiries for staff rise by 25% over the last few days.

The agency is looking to fill over 100 positions, for kitchen and bathroom showrooms who plan to capitalise on pent-up customer demand.

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Head of Recruitment at Simon Acres Recruitment Ben Paine said: “We predicted this surge and have already expanded our recruitment team to cope with the increased levels of activity.”

“Whilst lockdown has been hard for many, there are those who have been restricted from spending on holidays, going out, cars and other luxuries, that are now looking to improve their home.

“There is also demand arising from people working from home, and finding that they want to upgrade their kitchens.

“They have learnt to live differently and are looking to enhance their experience with more living areas, appliances such as coffee machines, home wine stores, and outdoor kitchens for home entertainment.”

He explained the agency can help kbb showrooms with sales staff recruitment, as he commented: “We are well placed to respond quickly, and can also continue to provide an unrivalled service coupled with high levels of integrity and professionalism and above all, results.”

Prior to establishing the company, Simon Acres served as group retail sales director at Omega PLC.

For 10 years, he has held the position of corporate retail chairman of the Kbsa and is an Approved Trainer and Ambassador of the BMF.