Tailor

Brobston Group; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Brobston Group is seeking an experienced tailor alterations specialist in Vancouver, BC to deliver precise fits for men's formalwear and provide exceptional in-store service.

You will work closely with store management and sales associates, maintaining an organized tailor shop and ensuring quality finishes on every garment.

Qualifications

• Experience in garment alterations, preferably men's tailoring or formalwear.
• Proficiency in sewing techniques and basic tailoring equipment and machines.
• Knowledge of fabrics, garment construction, and color perception.
• Strong organizational, planning, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment and a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Alter suits, shirts, coats, blazers, and trousers, including sleeves, collars, sides, waist, and trouser length.
• Mark garments accurately and ensure alterations meet quality standards for fit and finish.
• Collaborate with sales associates on sizing and garment recommendations.
• Maintain an organized tailor shop and ensure equipment is in good working order.
• Provide timely, precise alterations and high-level customer service.

Skills

Garment alterations

Sewing techniques

Fabric knowledge

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Tools

Sewing machines

Job description

Summary

Perform expert alterations on men's formalwear to deliver a precise fit and an exceptional in-store customer experience. Work closely with store management and sales associates while maintaining a well-organized tailor shop.

Responsibilities

• Alter suits, shirts, coats, blazers, and trousers, including sleeves, collars, sides, waist, and trouser length.
• Mark garments accurately and ensure alterations meet quality standards for fit and finish.
• Collaborate with sales associates on sizing and garment recommendations.
• Maintain an organized tailor shop and ensure equipment is in good working order.
• Provide timely, precise alterations and high-level customer service.

Requirements

• Experience in garment alterations, preferably men's tailoring or formalwear.
• Proficiency in sewing techniques and basic tailoring equipment and machines.
• Knowledge of fabrics, garment construction, and color perception.
• Strong organizational, planning, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment and a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.