Seamstress / Uniform Attendant

AccorHotel•San Diego, CA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, as our new Uniform Attendant. This role involves maintaining and repairing uniforms and other textiles for over 650 employees, ensuring a professional appearance and smooth operation of the hotel's departments. The position requires advanced sewing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work harmoniously with colleagues and management in a fast-paced luxury environment.

Requirements

Previous experience of three years or more is a plus.
Luxury hotel experience a plus.
Must maintain a professional appearance.
Must have ability to communicate well both verbally and written.
Reading and counting is essential.
Requires advanced knowledge of sewing.
Must have the ability to work with different stitching, fabrics, and sewing machines.
Must know the difference between lining, underlining, and interlining; all the possible fabrics and when to use them; cutting patterns and pieces; creating solid seams that are well hidden; how to prevent wrinkling; how to extend the wear of garments; how to work with fabrics like wool and flannel; and how to work with delicate fabrics like silk and cashmere.
Needs to distinguish the various priorities as they relate to both guests and employees.
Must have ability to work with others to create attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with minimum supervision.
Must have ability to secure minimum levels of skills and abilities that would allow for a proficient job orientation based on specific tasks and methods.
Must demonstrate high quality and craftsmanship.
Excellent team spirit.
Ability to handle many conflicting priorities at any given time.
Able to work well under pressure.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work the United States.

Nice To Haves

High School graduate or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Mending deficiencies in employee uniforms, other garments, or linens used on the premises.
Assisting guests with their sewing/tailoring needs.
Measuring and tailoring uniforms for all new colleagues.
Maintaining and upkeep of uniforms for over 650 employees.
Making needed alterations to uniforms on an on-going basis.
Fitting, altering, and hemming different garments and linens.
Inspecting and repairing drapes, linens, and other textiles used in the hotel.
Creating sewn pieces for use in operating departments.
Maintaining an organized workspace to ensure all uniforms are scheduled for periodic check-ups.
Working harmoniously and professionally with colleagues and supervisors.
Assisting and supporting Laundry and Uniform operations as needed.
Assisting with any project assigned by management.
Maintaining an excellent relationship with all departments.
Maintaining excellent communication within the Laundry department as well as with all other departments.
Having full knowledge of the hotel’s emergency procedures.
Maintaining a safe working environment.
Participating in meetings.

Benefits

Complimentary upgrades
Extended stays
Discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties
Special dining and wellness discounts
Complimentary Meals: Enjoy hot meals during your shift in our staff cafeteria
Complimentary on-site parking
Hotel Discounts: Employee travel program with discounts on room rates at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
Food, Spa, and Resort Discounts: Employee program with discounts on restaurants, bars and spa services at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
Career Growth Around the World: Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Grand Del Mar and over 5,700 properties with Accor.
Training & Development: Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
Social Responsibility: Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
Recognition & Rewards: Employees are recognized for outstanding performance through appreciation programs, awards, and exclusive travel and lifestyle perks.
Meaningful Work: Create memorable experiences for guests while making a positive impact through exceptional hospitality and service.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
Eligible single Full-Time employees can enroll in a $0 premium health plan
Life and disability insurance
Paid Holidays
Vacation and sick leave
401(k) retirement plan with matching program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)