Sample Room Cutter

KHAITE•New York, NY

2d•$30 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

KHAITE is seeking a highly skilled Part-Time Sample Room Cutter to join their in-house atelier in NYC. This role is crucial for the development process, supporting the creation of prototypes, development samples, and SMS garments through precise cutting, material management, and early-stage garment preparation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical foundation, exceptional attention to detail, and a disciplined approach to fabric handling, yield tracking, atelier organization, and material testing.

Requirements

5–10+ years of experience as a sample cutter in a luxury sample room or atelier environment
Strong understanding of pattern reading, grainlines, and garment construction requirements
Proven ability to calculate accurate fabric yields during development stages
Experience managing fabric inventory and material flow within a sample room or atelier
High level of precision and consistency in cutting across a range of fabric types
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining quality

Nice To Haves

Experience in luxury RTW or couture development environments
Familiarity with leather cutting and specialty materials
Experience supporting design-led development and early-stage mock-ups
Experience with fuse/interlining testing and material behavior

Responsibilities

Execute cutting of first prototypes, 2nd prototypes, and SMS samples with precision and efficiency
Interpret patterns, markers, and development direction to ensure accurate execution
Partner closely with Sample Room Sewers, Technical Design, and Product Development to support sample build from cut to completion
Prepare and cut mock-ups, toile garments, and test pieces for early-stage development and construction trials
Calculate and track fabric yields for prototype garments, ensuring accuracy for costing and development alignment
Maintain and manage fabric inventory, including tracking usage, flagging shortages, and supporting reorders
Oversee fabric room organization, ensuring all materials are clearly labeled, stored properly, and easily accessible
Manage fuse testing for development, including testing interlinings across fabrications, documenting results, and partnering with Technical Design on final selections
Ensure proper fabric handling and cutting techniques based on material type (silk, leather, denim, specialty fabrics, etc.)
Assist the Atelier Manager in pulling and preparing sample packages, including organizing patterns, fabrics, trims, and cut components for internal development and external partners
Support special projects, runway samples, and VIP garments with elevated attention to detail
Maintain a high standard of atelier workflow, cleanliness, and efficiency