Retail Store Tailor Part Time

Tailored Brands • Shreveport, LA

6d • $16 - $26

About The Position

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

The Tailor completes standard alterations according to company guidelines, maintains quality finishes, presses garments, and keeps the workspace and equipment clean and organized. The role also includes preparing completed work for pickup, monitoring tailoring supplies, and supporting customer consultations and other store activities as needed. The Tailor shares specialized knowledge, helps train sales staff on tailoring fundamentals, and responds to changing workload and scheduling needs as directed by management.

The position requires operating tailoring tools and equipment with precision, following detailed instructions, communicating professionally, and completing documentation accurately. It also requires sitting and standing for extended periods and bending, squatting, reaching overhead, and using ladders to access merchandise and supplies. The employee must be able to work at least 20 hours per week when needed, including any days and hours the store is operating. The job may involve voluntarily working across multiple store or site locations and brands. Pay range: $15.99–$25.59 per hour.

Requirements

• Strong sewing and clothing alteration abilities.
• Keen attention to detail and commitment to high-quality 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.
• Strong time-management skills to complete alterations efficiently within designated timeframes.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Ability to read, count, and write to complete required documentation accurately.
• 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, allowing for rest and meal periods and non-tailoring tasks as needed.
• Ensure garments meet quality standards, including clean finishes, secure stitching, even seams, and removal of loose threads and pins.
• Press garments for a clean, crisp finish.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace, 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 as needed, including cleaning, restocking merchandise, and assisting customers.
• Participate in customer consultations at management’s direction and provide guidance and recommendations about alterations and garment fit.
• Listen to customer needs and offer personalized solutions to deliver a positive 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 fundamentals.
• Seek and respond to constructive feedback and promptly communicate concerns or requests to management.
• Report incidents, accidents, and safety hazards to the manager on duty and/or Regional Manager.
• Provide tailoring insights to sales staff to enhance product knowledge and the customer experience.
• Maintain professional appearance and personal care standards.

What This Job Offers

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