York Kitchens & Interiors

Meet Our Team

Director

Oliver Shipley

How long have you worked for York Kitchens & Interiors:

In 2011, I embarked on a remarkable journey by establishing York Kitchens & Interiors. This venture, born out of a passion for design and a commitment to excellence, has since become a testament to success. 

York Kitchens & Interiors has not only flourished but has also become synonymous with innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and unparalleled customer satisfaction. 

 

Favourite Charity:

My favourite charity is Cancer Research UK

 

What is your role and main duties:

A Director/General Manager who oversees strategic planning coordinates operations, and ensures seamless project execution. Responsibilities include team leadership, client relations, and maintaining high-quality standards. They navigate market trends, foster innovation, and drive the company’s overall success in the competitive industry.

 

Qualifications, awards & achievements:

NVQ Level 3 Joinery and BA (Honours) Business Management 

 

What do you enjoy doing outside of work:

I mostly enjoy playing golf, mountain bike riding and spending time with the family. 

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Managing Director

Gareth Allen

How long have you worked for York Kitchens & Interiors:

I have worked for York Kitchens & Interiors for seven years.

Favourite Charity:

Cancer Research UK

What is your role and main duties:

Meeting clients & designing inspirational kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms.

Qualifications, awards & achievements:

1st – in Computer-Aided-Design and 20 years experience in selling and designing kitchens and bathrooms.

What do you enjoy doing outside of work:

Playing golf, training my son to play Rugby, watching York Knights and visiting Michelin Starred restaurants.

Director

Robyn Shipley

How long have you worked for York Kitchens & Interiors:

I have worked for York Kitchens & Interiors for four years.

Favourite Charity:

Macmillan Cancer

What is your role and main duties:

Visiting clients and getting feedback, taking images of kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms we have completed.

Qualifications, awards & achievements:

1st BA Degree

What do you enjoy doing outside of work:

Family time, Tennis & Yoga

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Marketing Director

Samantha Ware

How long have you worked for York Kitchens & Interiors:

I came on board this year to work on York Kitchens & Interiors’ marketing and PR strategy.

Favourite Charity:

Cancer Research UK

What is your role and main duties:

My main role is to help the business define their messages, creatives, and campaigns to ensure they are reaching individuals in York and surrounding areas who want a quality product, designed by professionals and installed with the best craftsmanship.

Qualifications, awards & achievements:

I have 20 years of experience working on both the client and agency sides in B2B and B2C environments, and I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing from Durham University.

My contributions to the marketing field have led to commendation in the ‘Best Leader’ category at the prestigious Global Women in Marketing Awards, as well as winning Best Digital Campaign at the Northern Digital Awards and Best B2B Campaign at the Prolific North Awards.

What do you enjoy doing outside of work:

“I have two children, aged 6 and 10, and a Rottweiler named Betty, who keep me very busy! When I’m not taking them on walks, I enjoy spending time in the kitchen, where I love preparing meals to entertain family and friends. I am also revisiting my teenage saxophone and piano playing, with the goal of achieving my grade 8 in the coming years.”

Head Fitter

Shaun Craven

How long have you worked for York Kitchens & Interiors:

I have worked for York Kitchens & Interiors for nine years

Favourite Charity:

MIND

What is your role and main duties:

Overseeing all kitchens, bathroom and bedroom installations from start to finish and ensuring the aftercare is as important as the service before the installation.

Qualifications, awards & achievements:

1, 2, 3 NVQ Carpentry and Joinery

What do you enjoy doing outside of work:

Fishing and family time.

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Designer

Chloe Willis

How long have you worked for York Kitchens & Interiors:

Two years

Favourite Charity:

St Leonard’s Hospice

What is your role and main duties:

Main duties – designing and quoting up kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms.

Qualifications, awards & achievements:

⁠3 A level A*s in Art, Graphic Design and Business

What do you enjoy doing outside of work:

Going on walks in the hills, trips to the beach and going out for brunch.

Accounts Assistant

Sam Slater

How long have you worked for York Kitchens & Interiors:

Two years

Favourite Charity:

Eve Appeal

What is your role and main duties:

Looking after the company’s finances as well as administration duties.

Qualifications, awards & achievements:

I have level 1-3 bookkeeping qualifications & administration NVQ.

What do you enjoy doing outside of work:

Outside of work, I am spending time with my family. I love going on walks in the countryside or visiting historical sites and going to concerts.

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Warehouse Manager

Darren Law

How long have you worked for York Kitchens & Interiors:

I have worked for York Kitchens and Interiors for three years.

Favourite Charity:

Dogs Trust

What is your role and main duties:

Recieving in goods, organising and sorting orders, delivering orders to our clients.

Qualifications, awards & achievements:

Level 3 NVQ in Groundwork

What do you enjoy doing outside of work:

Socialising and walking in the countryside

Kitchen Installer

Chris Gallier

How long have you worked for York Kitchens & Interiors:

I have worked for York Kitchens and Interiors for two years

Favourite Charity:

Macmillan Cancer

What is your role and main duties:

Fitting kitchens to a high specification.

Qualifications, awards & achievements:

Level 2 NVQ in Fitted Interiors

What do you enjoy doing outside of work:

Fishing, watching football and holidays.

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Kitchen Intsaller

Reece Moulton

How long have you worked for York Kitchens & Interiors:

I have worked for York Kitchens & Interiors for four years

Favourite Charity:

RSPCA

What is your role and main duties:

Fitting kitchens to a high specification

Qualifications, awards & achievements:

Level 2 NVQ in Carpentry and Joinery

What do you enjoy doing outside of work:

Socialising with friends and family