the Candyman
Strings & Things
the Candyman
Strings & Things
Musicians Workshop Series
505-983-5906
A Little About Us
At The Candyman, we’re not your typical music store and we don’t have typical salespeople.
We’re a team of Customer Choice Coaches and Schmooze Masters who love music, love people, and love helping others find their perfect musical fit.
Our crew is passionate, knowledgeable, and down-to-earth. We’re savvy with instruments, gear, live sound, and the latest in music tech—but above all, we’re here to create an awesome, approachable experience for everyone who walks through our doors.
Do You Have What It Takes to Join Our All-Star Team?
We’d love to meet you if you:
✔ Have experience in music and retail
✔ Are passionate about helping others start, continue, or elevate their musical journey
✔ Are friendly, outgoing, and love being part of a team
✔ Bring energy, curiosity, and creativity to everything you do
Sound like a fit? We want to hear from you! The Candyman has been voted #1 in the world (yep, really!) and we’re always looking for enthusiastic, talented folks to join our award-winning team.
The Largest Music Store and Education Center in New Mexico
The Candyman Strings & Things is Santa Fe’s premier full-line music store and a true community hub for musicians of all ages and levels. We offer:
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A wide range of instruments, accessories, and gear
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Private lessons, group classes, and workshops in a variety of styles
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Repairs, rentals, and commercial sound installations
At our core, we’re about music, people, and connection. Whether someone is picking up an instrument for the first time or hitting the stage, we’re here to support their musical journey every step of the way.
Join us and help shape the sound of our community!
Application Steps
for Retail Positions
Step 1
Fill out the below application and attach your resume.
Step 2
We will sort through the applications and reach out directly to those we feel are the best matches. We may not contact those who are not a fit.
Step 3
Candidates will be contacted to arrange a time to visit The Candyman for an initial interview.
Step 4
We will contact stand-out applicants to schedule a secondary interview, review the job description and other details, and complete further assessments.
Step 5
We will contact references and may perform background research on applicant finalists.
Step 6
The candidate determined to be the best fit will receive an offer of employment under a 90-day probationary period.
Candidates who have been interviewed in person, but not selected for the position,will be contacted.