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Named America's #1 Premium Furniture Retailer by Newsweek, Ethan Allen is a leading interior design ... We believe our associates are our greatest brand ambassadors, and we value talent, entrepreneurial ...

Named America's #1 Premium Furniture Retailer by Newsweek, Ethan Allen is a leading interior design ... We believe our associates are our greatest brand ambassadors, and we value talent, entrepreneurial ...

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Do workers at Ethan Allen get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
46% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and April 2026.

Does Ethan Allen pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
57% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

At Ethan Allen, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
60% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from Ethan Allen affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
82% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Ethan Allen?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at Ethan Allen worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
50% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and December 2025.

Do Ethan Allen workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
83% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and December 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Ethan Allen?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
86% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do Ethan Allen managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
75% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and December 2025.

Do jobs at Ethan Allen spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and December 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Ethan Allen?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
87% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Ethan Allen feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
69% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Ethan Allen get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
86% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Ethan Allen?

Most people feel stressed out here.
71% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Ethan Allen enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
36% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Ethan Allen recommend working with their team?

Not many people recommend working with their team.
69% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Ethan Allen?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
53% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Ethan Allen?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 63% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people think Ethan Allen’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
87% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and April 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Ethan Allen is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
69% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.
What are the most popular categories at Ethan Allen?
Infographic showing various Retail Operations Associate job openings at Ethan Allen in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Interior Design Professional | Retail Sales - Englishtown, NJ

Ethan Allen

Englishtown, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago


Ethan Allen rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 46 rated furniture manufacturers


Job description

Named America's #1 Premium Furniture Retailer by Newsweek, Ethan Allen is a leading interior design destination combining state-of-the-art technology with personal service. After more than 90 profitable years in business, we still make about 75% of our custom-crafted products in our North American workshops and have an enduring reputation for quality and craftsmanship. In our global network of Design Centers, we offer complimentary interior design service and sell a full range of home furnishings, including custom furniture and artisan-crafted accents for every room in the home. We believe our associates are our greatest brand ambassadors, and we value talent, entrepreneurial drive, and the ability to build long-lasting relationships with our clients. We're glad you're exploring the possibility of designing your future with us.
General Objectives:
The Design Consultant works closely with the customer in the design center/studio, remotely, online or in the customer's home to create individualized design solutions to sell Ethan Allen products and services. The designs include space planning, fabric coordination, product selection and overall project design. Successful execution is evidenced by developing individualized designs and achieving sales goals in a flexible relationship based selling environment. Some projects may require a team or partnership-based approach.
Design Consultants will be measured based on performance categories (teamwork, customer service, communication skills, decision making, project development, presentation, and technical skills) and benchmarks (Minimum Monthly Sales, Home Calls, Accent Sales, Softgood Sales, Be-Backs, PI, Close Ratio and Ethan Allen Trade Program) that contribute to the success of the Design Center as well as their own individual success. Must be skilled in the use of social media such as blogs, micro-blogs, on-line forum, content sharing web sites and other digital channels established for on-line interaction and connection to promote Ethan Allen's brand as outlined in Ethan Allen's Social Media Policy.
Design Consultants are compensated according to the Design Consultant Incentive Compensation Plan. Compensation is incentive based with total compensation determined by commissions earned. Design Consultants are expected to meet or exceed Minimum Monthly Sales and other benchmarks as determined by Ethan Allen.
This is a Full-Time position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Create design solutions that are consistent with the customer's preference and budget.
  • Sell Ethan Allen's products and services.
  • Represent the Ethan Allen brand in all customer interactions. When in the design center professionally greet customers to establish rapport and obtain appointments and in-home consultations. Customarily and regularly make home calls to evaluate the customer's needs and provide a total individualized design solution that closes the sale.
  • Utilize grassroots marketing and a variety of social media platforms to develop and grow the business.
  • Educate customers about the complimentary design service Ethan Allen provides, offering as little or as much design service as a customer desires.
  • Stay current on design and color trends to create fashionable design solutions.
  • Coordinate with the team to provide exceptional service to customers, before and after the sale, by promptly keeping customers informed of their order status including any delays.
  • Participate as required in all corporate sponsored marketing and training programs.
  • Educate customers on all the Ethan Allen sponsored finance options available to them.
  • Contribute towards the development and on-going upkeep of the design center's portfolio.
  • Utilize corporate systems and technology to maximize efficiency in designing projects, creating presentations, and providing professional service for the design team's customers.
  • Enter orders utilizing the retail point of sale system.
  • Work cooperatively in maintaining a neat and orderly design center projection.
  • Work with the Design Center Leader/Design Sales Leader and Design Consultants to develop business plans and grass roots marketing plans to further our market reach and exceed written goals; monitor effectiveness of the plans. Provide suggestions to modify plan based on reaching specific goals and objectives.
  • Utilize all technology, such as 3-D Room Planner, CRM, Live Chat, etc. to build volume of projects and productive relationships with prospective and current clients.
  • Utilize appropriate social media (i.e., Facebook, Instagram, etc.) to heighten own presence as well as Ethan Allen's presence. Continually build relationships with outside talent via social media, such as LinkedIn, to build a network in the market.
  • Perform any other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
  • Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant work experience.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of practical interior design experience.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a design-related field from an accredited institution, desirable.
  • Broad knowledge of interior design and effective sales techniques.
  • Working knowledge of online sales and design tools.
  • Good listening skills with excellent oral and written communication skills also required.
  • General understanding of how to utilize social media and grass-roots marketing to develop a book of business. Proven experience preferred.
  • Valid driver's license, except in limited circumstances in which the associate can establish to the Company's satisfaction that they have available, for use during all business hours, an alternate means of transportation not requiring the operation of a motor vehicle which will enable them to perform the duties of their position.
  • Intermediate skill competency using digital floor planning technology. 3D applications a plus.
  • Experience using interactive technology to view design concepts such as augmented reality, virtual reality and other visualization tools.
  • Willing and capable of learning new technologies.

Compensation
Our Design Consultants earn a minimum annual recoverable draw of $55,000 up to $115,000 or more annually based on written sales. The potential income for our experienced Design Consultants averages $70,000-$115,000/year, with our top writers making up to $200,000/year.
Benefits
Benefits are an important part of the total compensation that is offered, providing peace of mind and financial well-being. Ethan Allen is committed to offering a variety of benefits that allow associates to choose whether or not to participate based on personal and family needs. Some of the benefits offered are 401(k) plan (with Employer contributions), multiple Medical Plans with Prescription Drug Coverage, Health Savings Account (including Employer contributions), Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Basic Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance, Dependent Group Term Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, Business Travel Accident Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Care & Dependent Care, Commuter Saving Plans - Public Transit & Parking, Voluntary Whole Life Insurance, Voluntary Critical Care Insurance, Voluntary Accident Insurance and Employee Assistance Program. Benefit availability varies based on full-time or part-time employee classification.

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