Careers

Careers at Hawthorne House

About Hawthorne House
Founded in 2003 by interior designer Lisa Ellis, Hawthorne House is a full-service furniture & lighting showroom serving the design trade, homeowners, and vacation property investors. The team pairs expert guidance with a cultivated collection of 100+ brands to make furnishing projects simple, efficient, and beautifully executed.

Hawthorne House Inc. is the parent company of three distinct business divisions, Hawthorne House, a furnishings and decorating showroom; Scope Lighting, a lighting showroom and lighting design firm; and Lisa Ellis Design, an interiors and architectural design firm for both residential and commercial projects.

Some roles may also support our affiliated design studio, Lisa Ellis Design.

We are a hard-working and inspired group and proud of what we produce and the relationships we foster.  We value our team members and strive to build strong relationships with all who join us in our work efforts. 

To be considered for any new Hawthorne House positions, please email us at: jobs@hawthornehouseinc.com 

Working At Hawthorne House | Lisa Ellis Design | SCOPE Lighting

What to Expect

  • Fast-paced & hands-on: Boutique environment where team members wear many hats.

  • Client-focused programs: Concierge, To-the-Trade, and Encore turnkey services.

  • High standards: Organized, meticulous, and reliable work is essential.

  • Problem-solving mindset: Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable anticipating next steps.

  • Collaborative by design: Close coordination across showroom, vendors, deliveries, and design teams.

  • Growth & ownership: Opportunities to take initiative and drive outcomes.

The Traits That Thrive Here
Detail-oriented · Strategic · Resourceful · Clear communicator · Energetic · Calm under pressure

AVAILABLE POSITIONS:

  • THIS NEEDS TO BE UPDATED:
    The Operations Assistant is key to the continued growth of Hawthorne House. The ideal candidate must be able to work directly alongside the Showroom Manager, identifying opportunities to improve workflow and take on daily operational tasks, from bookkeeping to building maintenance. The Operations Assistant must be able to pay attention to the details.

    Duties

    • Code and track all transactions in QuickBooks
    • Open Mail
    • Pay all bills
    • Assist in processing and tracking orders
    • Prepare month-end statements for Controller
    • Manage all building maintenance
    • Collaborate with showroom and design firm to assess administrative needs to help and create and implement solutions
    • Onboard new employees
    • Establish and maintain the administrative process within the organization

    Physical Requirements

    • Must be able to sit, stand, and kneel
    • Sit and stand for long periods of time
    • Use computer for long periods of time

    Skills and Experience

    • QuickBooks familiar
    • Self-motivated and detail-oriented
    • Excellent organization and communication skills
    • Mac proficiency preferred
    • Experience in MS Office
    • Reports directly to the Showroom Manager.

    FULL TIME

    Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for the position. Your information will be held in the strictest confidence. Submit to jobs@hawthornehouseinc.com to be considered.

  • THIS NEEDS TO BE UPDATED: Summary

    The Showroom Assistant is a vital role for Hawthorne House. The ideal candidate must be able to work with clients on the showroom floor, keep the showroom floor in pristine condition, and work with operations to facilitate smooth operational flow. The Showroom Assistant must be people-oriented and customer service-focused.

    Duties

    • Answer all incoming calls and direct them to the correct department
    • Organize samples
    • Assist all clients in the showroom and with custom order sales
    • Maintain showroom appearance
    • Walk-in customer showroom sales
    • Manage part-time showroom staff
    • Assist showroom manager in all aspects of order placing and tracking and customer outreach and follow up

    Physical Requirements

    • Must be able to sit, stand, and kneel
    • Sit and stand for long periods of time
    • Use computer for long periods of time

    Skills and Experience

    • Excellent customer service skills
    • Mac proficiency preferred
    • Experience in MS Office
    • CRM knowledge and project management software preferred

    Reports directly to the Showroom Manager.

    FULL TIME

    Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for the position. Your information will be held in the strictest confidence. Submit to jobs@hawthornehouseinc.com to be considered.

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