Retail Store Tailor Part Time

Tailored Brands • Newnan, GA

20d • $16 - $26

About The Position

The Retail Store Tailor delivers high-quality craftsmanship and a proper fit for customers through clothing alterations, measurements, fittings, and garment repairs. The role requires attention to detail, strong sewing and alteration abilities, reliability, accuracy, efficiency, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. The Tailor collaborates with colleagues and upholds company standards while contributing to a professional work environment.

The Tailor performs standard alterations in accordance with company guidelines, maintains garment quality, presses finished items, and keeps the workspace and equipment organized and maintained. The role also includes tagging and organizing completed work, monitoring supplies, supporting customers and sales staff, sharing tailoring expertise, and assisting with staff training. The employee may be asked to work across store or site locations and multiple brands.

The position requires the ability to operate tailoring tools and equipment, follow detailed instructions, sit and stand for extended periods, communicate professionally, complete documentation, and perform physical tasks such as bending, squatting, reaching overhead, and using ladders. The employee must be able to work at least 20 hours per week when needed, including any days and hours the store operates.

Requirements

• Strong sewing and alteration abilities.
• Keen attention to detail and commitment to high-quality garment work.
• Ability to operate small tools and equipment, including needles, scissors, sewing machines, and presses, with precision.
• Ability to understand, follow, and execute detailed instructions.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Excellent time-management skills to complete alterations efficiently within designated timeframes.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Ability to read, count, and write accurately to complete required documentation.
• Physical ability to bend, squat, lift arms overhead, and use ladders to access merchandise and supplies stored above shoulder level.
• Ability to work at least 20 hours per week when needed, including any days and hours the store is in operation.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard alterations, including pant hems, waist and seat adjustments, rise and tapering modifications, coat sleeves, side seams, and lower collar adjustments, in accordance with company guidelines.
• Maintain an average of 60 minutes of productive alteration work per working hour, while allowing appropriate time for breaks, meals, and non-tailoring tasks.
• Ensure garments meet quality standards, with clean finishes, secure stitching, even seams, and no loose threads or pins.
• Press garments for a clean, crisp finish.
• Keep the workspace clean, organized, and efficient, and store and maintain tools and materials properly.
• Demonstrate proficiency with tailor shop equipment.
• Accurately tag and organize completed work so it is ready for customer pickup.
• Monitor tailoring supplies and request replenishment from management as needed.
• Support front-of-house activities such as cleaning, restocking merchandise, and assisting customers.
• Participate in customer consultations at management's direction and provide guidance on alterations and garment fit.
• Listen to customer needs and offer personalized solutions to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
• Adapt to changing workload priorities and scheduling needs as directed by management.
• Share tailoring knowledge and techniques with fellow tailors to support consistent quality and skill development.
• Assist in training sales staff on marking, fitting, measuring, and pressing techniques.
• Seek and respond to constructive feedback and promptly communicate concerns or requests to management.
• Report incidents, accidents, or safety hazards to the manager on duty and/or Regional Manager.
• Provide sales staff with tailoring insights to enhance product knowledge and customer experience.
• Maintain professional appearance and personal care.
• Work at least 20 hours per week when needed, including any days and hours the store is in operation.

What This Job Offers

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