Part-Time Tailor, Levi’s® Times Square- Embroidery

Levi Strauss & Co. • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Levi Strauss & Co. is seeking a Part-Time Tailor for their Times Square location, specializing in embroidery. The Tailor will report to the Store Manager and is responsible for delivering a best-in-class Tailoring experience and excellent product for all consumers. This role involves customer service, sales, and Tailor Shop operations, with a focus on originality, integrity, empathy, courage, and performance. The position requires a thorough understanding of the denim industry, current trends, textiles, fabrics, and proven skills in sewing, tailoring, and textile repair. The ideal candidate is fashion-savvy, enjoys a busy environment, and can work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• Has a thorough understanding of denim industry and current/upcoming trends.
• Understands textiles and fabrics with proven skills in sewing, tailoring and textile repair.
• Has awareness of design and details strong communication skills both internally and externally.
• Is fashion savvy and interested in current trends.
• Enjoys being busy and juggling multiple tasks.
• Is available to work a flexible schedule to meet, including evening, weekend and holidays.
• Is able to lift up to 40 pounds, as well as constant standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, bending, reaching overhead, and climbing ladders with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Has reliable transportation.
• Must be 16 years old.
• Has a minimum of 3 years’ sewing/tailoring experience, a strong knowledge of jeans construction, and a thorough knowledge of machines used in the sewing of denim products.

Nice To Haves

• Formal training in apparel design preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Executes and is responsible for basic alteration services (i.e. Hemming, patch and repair, tapering, etc.) and more technical alterations (e.g. Fitting/tailoring items other than jeans, where more technical equipment is necessary; detailed appearance altering processes.)
• Exemplifies and possesses strong customer service skills to elevate our clients’ experience.
• Resolve tailor-related consumer concerns in a manner consistent with company policy and with consumer satisfaction in mind. Partner with store management on elevated consumer issues.
• Educates and trains store teams on customer offerings and services provided by the Tailor Shop.
• May support with training Tailors within district and/or region on Tailor processes and Levi’s Tailoring standards.
• Comply with all Levi's® Stores policy, procedure, and programs, able to follow directives of store management
• Suggest looks that incorporate the latest trends and current promotions based on the consumer's needs consistent with Levi's® service approach.
• Promote Levi's® omni experience by engaging consumers with Red Tab Loyalty program.
• Efficient handling of all cash and Tailor Shop-related merchandise operations and procedures in compliance with store policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed