On 3rd September, after 54 remarkable years with Jephsons Shopfitters, Drew is finishing his final day on the tools. He joined us back when he was just 16, fresh-faced and probably slightly unsure what he was letting himself in for. Fifty-four years later, and with his 70th birthday coming up in December, he leaves as one of the most respected members of our team.

To put that into perspective, Drew has worked through decades of change in this industry. The tools have changed, the materials have changed, the technology has changed, and the customers have certainly changed. High streets have been reshaped more than once. Fashions have come and gone (and come back again). Through all of it, Drew has quietly turned up, done brilliant work, and made everyone around him better for it.

Jephsons has always been a family-run business, and one of the quiet privileges of that has been watching people build proper, long careers with us. We’ve been fortunate to celebrate plenty of milestone anniversaries over the years, and each one has meant a great deal. But 54 years is something else entirely, and it has honestly amazed us all. It’s a huge credit to Drew, and it says a lot about the sort of person he is.

If you’re an experienced Site Foreman, Site Joiner or Shopfitter who takes pride in quality workmanship, this could be exactly what you’re looking for. Jephsons Shopfitters is expanding its team, with opportunities available on both a permanent employed basis and for self-employed subcontractors, working on retail and hospitality fit-out projects across the UK.

Jephsons Shopfitters is an employee-owned business. Through our Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), every member of the team has the opportunity to share in the success of the company. It’s a structure that reflects how we work: collaboratively, with everyone pulling in the same direction, and with a shared stake in the outcome.

It’s one of the reasons people stay with us. And it’s one of the reasons we’re growing.

Who we are

We’re a leading shopfitting and interior fit-out contractor, delivering outstanding projects for some of the UK’s most recognisable brands. Our clients include Costa Coffee, KFC, Taco Bell, Pret A Manger and Starbucks, to name just a few.

We’ve built our reputation on quality, reliability and long-standing client relationships, and our continued growth means we’re now looking for experienced and dependable Site Foremen, Site Joiners and Shopfitters to join our expanding team.

The role

Working on retail and hospitality fit-out projects across the UK, you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality workmanship in all aspects of joinery, including the installation and finishing of laminates, hardwoods and bespoke fittings.

You’ll work as part of a two or three-person team, depending on project requirements, collaborating closely with site managers and other trades to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to demanding client deadlines.

Who we’re looking for

The successful candidate will:

• Have proven experience within the shopfitting or interior fit-out industry
• Be confident working independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Be able to interpret and work from technical drawings
• Be willing to work away from home and travel throughout the UK
• Be committed to maintaining high standards of health and safety on site
• Own a full set of professional tools
• Have access to their own vehicle and hold a full UK driving licence
• Hold a minimum NVQ Level 2 qualification in Joinery
• Possess a valid CSCS card

Why join Jephsons?

• Work for an employee-owned business where everyone contributes to, and shares in, the company’s success
• Be part of a highly experienced team delivering projects for leading national brands
• Enjoy varied projects across the retail and hospitality sectors
• Opportunities for long-term work and career development
• Competitive rates of pay

Sound like you?

If you’re an experienced Site Foreman, Site Joiner or Shopfitter looking to join a respected and growing company, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV to BTomlinson@jephsonsshopfitters.co.uk

If you’re a skilled builder who enjoys variety in your work, takes pride in quality workmanship, and wants a role where your success is genuinely shared, we’d like to hear from you. Jephsons Shopfitters is currently looking for a reliable and experienced Builder / Multi-Skilled Operative to join our team, based in Mansfield with travel to sites across the UK.

Jephsons Shopfitters is an employee-owned business. Through our Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), every member of the team has the opportunity to share in the success of the company, including an annual EOT bonus (subject to qualifying criteria). It’s a structure that reflects how we work: collaboratively, with everyone pulling in the same direction, and with a shared stake in the outcome.

It’s one of the reasons people stay with us. And it’s one of the reasons we’re growing.

Who we are

We’re a leading shopfitting and interior fit-out contractor, delivering high-quality projects for some of the UK’s most recognised brands. Our clients include Costa Coffee, KFC, Taco Bell, Pret A Manger and Starbucks, to name just a few.

We’ve built our reputation on quality, reliability and long-standing client relationships, and our continued growth means we now need an experienced Builder / Multi-Skilled Operative to help us deliver projects to the high standards we’re known for.

The role

Working as part of our project delivery team and reporting to our Projects Director and Contracts Director, you’ll carry out a wide range of building and maintenance works on commercial and retail projects throughout the UK.

This is a genuinely varied, hands-on role. Day to day, your duties will include:

• Drainage installations and repairs
• Groundworks and excavation
• Installing concrete pads and small foundations
• Cutting apertures in brick and block walls
• Installing lintels and carrying out structural alterations
• Removing walls and completing associated making-good works
• Minor brickwork, blockwork and general building works
• Assisting with rip-outs and strip-out works during refurbishment projects
• Minor decorating and finishing works where required
• Deliveries and collections of materials, tools and equipment
• General site support and assisting other trades as needed

Who we’re looking for

You’ll have solid experience in general building, groundworks or construction, and you’ll be confident carrying out drainage, concrete and structural alteration works. You’ll be able to work from drawings and specifications, and you’ll bring a reliable, hard-working and safety-conscious approach to everything you do.

We’re looking for a team player with a flexible attitude, someone who’s willing to travel and occasionally stay away when projects require it. A full UK driving licence is essential.

A CSCS card, experience within shopfitting, fit-out or refurbishment projects, and plant, first aid or other relevant construction qualifications would all be a bonus, but they’re not essential.

What we offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) annual bonus (subject to qualifying criteria)
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A supportive team environment
• The chance to work on exciting projects for leading national brands
• A stable role within a successful and growing employee-owned business

Sound like you?

If you’re a skilled builder looking for a varied role with a respected company and excellent long-term opportunities, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV to: 

btomlinson@jephsonsshopfitters.co.uk

Jephsons Shopfitters Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Some job opportunities are simply that, a job. Others offer something more. At Jephsons Shopfitters, we’re currently looking for an experienced Estimator to join our team in Mansfield, and this is a role where your contribution is properly valued and your success is genuinely shared.

Jephsons Shopfitters is an employee-owned business. Through our Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), every member of the team has the opportunity to share in the success of the company, including an annual EOT bonus (subject to qualifying criteria). It’s a structure that reflects how we work: collaboratively, with everyone pulling in the same direction, and with a shared stake in the outcome.

It’s one of the reasons people stay with us. And it’s one of the reasons we’re growing.

Who we are

We’re a leading shopfitting and interior fit-out specialist, delivering high-quality projects for some of the UK’s most recognised brands. Our clients include Costa Coffee, KFC, Taco Bell, Pret A Manger and Starbucks, to name just a few.

We’ve built our reputation on quality, reliability and long-standing client relationships, and that continued growth means we now need an experienced, commercially minded Estimator to help us secure and deliver exciting projects across the UK.

The role

Reporting to our Commercial Director, you’ll be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders, carrying out site surveys, obtaining supplier and subcontractor quotations, and supporting projects from initial enquiry right through to handover.

You’ll work closely with our Commercial and Project Teams, helping to ensure projects are delivered profitably, efficiently, and to the high standards Jephsons Shopfitters is known for.

Day to day, you’ll be:

• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents
• Preparing detailed estimates, quotations and tender submissions
• Carrying out quantity take-offs and site surveys
• Sourcing and evaluating supplier and subcontractor pricing
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
• Attending project meetings and supporting project handovers
• Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors

Who we’re looking for

You’ll bring proven estimating experience within shopfitting, fit-out, construction or refurbishment, along with sound commercial awareness and a keen eye for detail. You’ll be confident reading and interpreting technical drawings, comfortable managing several projects at once, and able to work to tight deadlines.

Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills are essential, as is a proactive, solution-focused approach. You’ll also need a full UK driving licence, as the role involves site visits.

What we offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Company car or car allowance
• Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) annual bonus
• Company pension scheme
• Career development and progression opportunities
• A supportive and friendly team environment
• The chance to work on exciting projects for leading national brands across the UK
• A stable role within a well-established, growing, employee-owned business

Sound like you?

If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity where your contribution is valued and your success is shared, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

To apply, send your CV and covering letter to btomlinson@jephsonsshopfitters.co.uk

Jephsons Shopfitters Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Forty years. In the same business. In the same industry. And somehow still smiling.

Wayne joined Jephsons as a young man with an interest in construction and design, and what followed has been a career built on commitment, consistency, and an impressive ability to grow with the business at every stage.

From gaining his qualifications and joining the office team, to developing expertise in project management and estimation, Wayne has progressed through the company in the best possible way — by understanding every part of it.

He now serves as Sales and Marketing Director, proving that experience, dedication, and a steady hand (plus a very good memory for projects from the early days) go a long way.

While 40-year anniversaries are often marked with cake and a few “remember when…” stories, this one is also about genuine appreciation. Wayne’s contribution to Jephsons and the wider industry has been exceptional.

Dave Soar, Commercial Director, commented

“Wayne is one of those rare people who makes a real difference every day – to the work, the team, and the culture. Forty years is an outstanding achievement, and we’re incredibly proud of everything he’s contributed. He’s a huge part of our past, present, and future.”

Colleagues often highlight not just his experience, but his character. Wayne is widely respected for his positivity, professionalism, and steady approach to every project he’s involved in.

Wayne reflects on his journey with typical humility:

“I came here as a young lad and never really left – and I’m very glad I didn’t. Jephsons has given me a brilliant career, great colleagues, and work I’m proud of. Here’s to whatever comes next.”

Wayne’s story reflects Jephsons itself – a business built on people, long-term relationships, and a commitment to doing things properly.

Forty years. One team. And still going strong.

Rather than sell to an outside buyer and walk away, the directors handed ownership to the people who had built the company alongside them. Half a decade on, that decision is looking better than ever.

A Celebration Five Years On

When Jephsons transitioned to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) in 2020, it marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. The Mansfield-based interior fit-out specialists, who had already celebrated their golden anniversary as a family business, were choosing continuity over a quick exit, and people over profit. Five years later, the business continues to go from strength to strength.

From finding and vetting trusted sub-contractors to building lasting partnerships with suppliers, Ben has spent the past 10 years creating and maintaining the network that allows Jephsons to deliver quality fit-outs across some of the UK’s best-known brands. His work includes negotiating terms, awarding contracts, and ensuring that every project – whether it’s a Costa Coffee, KFC, Pizza Hut, or Taco Bell fit-out – has the right people and materials behind it.

The Management Team

The management team that took over have spent the past five years doing exactly what they said they would, running the business with a long-term mindset, investing in relationships, and building a reputation that speaks for itself. On-time, on-budget delivery has become their calling card. Clients deal with consistent, familiar faces. And when challenges arise on complex commercial fit-out work, they’re faced head-on.

“Our clients don’t want surprises. They want someone they can trust to do what they say they’re going to do. That’s what we’ve always been, and it’s what we’ll always be.”

Jephsons Shopfitters Management Team

A decade of dedication, expertise, and reliability deserves proper recognition, and we wanted to take a moment to celebrate Ben’s contribution to our team and the success of our projects.

A Decade of Building Relationships

When Ben joined Jephsons in 2015, the company gained more than just another team member – we gained someone who would become integral to how we deliver projects. Ben’s role centres on one of the most critical aspects of shopfitting: sourcing and managing the relationships that make everything possible.

From finding and vetting trusted sub-contractors to building lasting partnerships with suppliers, Ben has spent the past 10 years creating and maintaining the network that allows Jephsons to deliver quality fit-outs across some of the UK’s best-known brands. His work includes negotiating terms, awarding contracts, and ensuring that every project – whether it’s a Costa Coffee, KFC, Pizza Hut, or Taco Bell fit-out – has the right people and materials behind it.

The Steady Hand Behind the Scenes

What makes Ben particularly valuable isn’t just his technical knowledge or industry contacts – it’s his approach. In an industry where timelines are tight and pressure can run high, Ben brings consistency and calm. He’s the person the team turns to when decisions need making, problems need solving, or projects need keeping on track.

His professionalism and methodical approach mean our standards remain high, our sub-contractors know what’s expected, and our suppliers deliver what we need, when we need it. That level of reliability doesn’t happen by accident – it’s built through years of experience and a genuine commitment to doing the job properly.

Looking Ahead

Ten years is a significant achievement in any industry, and we’re grateful that Ben has chosen to build his career with Jephsons. His loyalty and hard work have contributed enormously to where the company is today, and we’re looking forward to many more years of working together on great projects.

So here’s to Ben – thanks for a brilliant 10 years, and here’s to the next decade of teamwork and continued success.

Congratulations, Ben. Enjoy the celebrations!

We’ve successfully completed two significant Costa Coffee fit-outs in Mansfield and Sutton in Ashfield, delivering both a comprehensive refurbishment and a brand-new location for local residents.

We’ve completed a full refurbishment of the Costa Coffee town centre branch on West Gate, alongside delivering a brand-new Costa Coffee location for residents of Sutton in Ashfield.

Supporting Local Community Growth

The West Gate refurbishment represents a significant investment in Mansfield’s town centre. We delivered a complete interior refresh that reflects Costa Coffee’s latest brand standards, creating a more relaxed, clean, and comfortable environment for customers and supporting the revitalisation of the high street.

The new Sutton in Ashfield Costa Coffee is strategically located within the popular retail park alongside Lidl and Matalan. This brand-new branch provides a gathering place for local residents while contributing to community and economic development in the area.

Local Investment

“We’re incredibly proud to have been part of the Mansfield business community for over 50 years,” said Wayne Stringfellow, Sales and Marketing Director. “These Costa Coffee projects represent exactly what we’re passionate about – supporting local businesses, creating jobs, and providing spaces where our community can come together. These projects are a great investment in our local area.”

The successful completion of both projects demonstrates our ability to deliver high-quality solutions that meet brand standards while contributing to local economic development and community growth.

The new Sutton in Ashfield Costa Coffee is strategically located within the popular retail park alongside Lidl and Matalan. This brand-new branch provides a gathering place for local residents while contributing to community and economic development in the area.

Planning your next shopfitting project? Contact our team. 

We’re excited to announce the successful completion of a brand-new shop fit-out for Starbucks in Ayr! What began as an empty shell has now been transformed into a fully functional and stylish Starbucks store, ready to welcome customers and offer the world-renowned Starbucks experience.

Over the course of just five weeks, our expert fit-out team worked diligently to bring this vision to life. From start to finish, we provided a complete turnkey solution, managing every aspect of the project. This included the planning, installation, and final finishing touches – ensuring the store was not only beautiful but also fully functional.

As with all of our projects, we collaborated closely with the Starbucks team to ensure that every detail aligned with their high standards. Our focus was on creating a welcoming, comfortable space that embodies the Starbucks brand, while also enhancing the customer experience. The result is a modern, inviting space where customers can relax, recharge, and enjoy their favourite beverages.

The project involved a wide range of elements, including:

• Installation of all shopfitting components
• Electrical and plumbing work
• Custom interior finishes to reflect the brand’s identity
• Perfecting the customer flow for an exceptional in-store experience

As you can see from the images we’ve captured, this stunning new location is all set to serve the Starbucks experience to the local community. The transformation of the space is a testament to our team’s expertise, precision, and attention to detail.

At Jephsons Shopfitters, we take great pride in delivering exceptional results, ensuring every project is completed on time and within budget. Whether it’s a brand-new fit-out or a refurbishment, our team is committed to transforming spaces with care, creativity, and a focus on your business goals.

Stay tuned as we continue to transform spaces across the country, making each one as unique and functional as the brands we work with!

We’re excited to showcase one of our latest projects – the refurbishment of Costa Coffee in Cromer.

Working alongside the Costa team, we had the pleasure of transforming and refurbishing this store into a refreshed, welcoming space for the local community. Our focus was to ensure minimal disruption to the business during the process.

Over the course of the refurbishment, we implemented a range of updates, enhancing both the aesthetics and functionality of the space. The result is a stylish, modern environment that provides a comfortable, inviting atmosphere for customers to relax and enjoy their drinks.

Key aspects of the project included:

• Seamless transformation of the store with minimal disruption to customers
• Updating both the interior design and layout for a refreshed look
• Efficient execution of the refurbishment to ensure a quick turnaround
• Collaboration with the Costa team to maintain their brand standards throughout

We’d like to extend our thanks to everyone involved for their hard work and collaboration in making this project a success. The positive feedback from both the Costa team and the customers shows that our efforts have truly paid off.

We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality refurbishments and fit-outs that enhance both the look and functionality of any space. If you have a shopfitting or interior fit-out project in mind, we’d love to talk to you about how our experienced team can bring your vision to life.

Get in touch with us today to discuss your next project!

We’d like to extend our thanks to everyone involved for their hard work and collaboration in making this project a success. The positive feedback from both the Costa team and the customers shows that our efforts have truly paid off.

We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality refurbishments and fit-outs that enhance both the look and functionality of any space. If you have a shopfitting or interior fit-out project in mind, we’d love to talk to you about how our experienced team can bring your vision to life.

Get in touch with us today to discuss your next project!