Seamstress

Cambridge House; England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge House is seeking a skilled Seamstress to maintain the elegance of our linens, uniforms and fabrics, bringing precision and artistry to every stitch. You will care for textiles with care and contribute to the House’s refined presentation.

Key responsibilities include delicate mending, alterations and hems, checking for flaws, and ensuring items are finished and ready for use. Experience in luxury hospitality or garment care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sewing roles, ideally within luxury hospitality or garment care.
• Strong sewing and mending skills with experience in alterations and hemming.
• Ability to care for different fabrics and textiles with precision.
• Collaborative and considerate manner, supporting smooth House operations.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays if required.

Responsibilities

• Care for and restore the House’s linens, uniforms, soft furnishings and textiles with precision.
• Perform delicate mending, alterations and hems to a high finish.
• Inspect textiles for loose threads, wear and imperfections, and decide on repairs or replacement.
• Ensure linens are crisp, uniforms immaculate and garments beautifully finished for daily use.
• Maintain sewing machines, tools and workspace in a safe, organized state.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping to prioritise requests and deliver on time.

Skills

Sewing and mending

Alterations and hems

Fabric care

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

Sewing machines

Job description

Job Description

As a Seamstress at Cambridge House, you will play an important part in maintaining the beauty and presentation of our guests and team alike, caring for our linens, fabrics and textiles with exceptional skill and attention. From delicate repairs to the finishing touches that make everything feel just right, your craftsmanship will help preserve the elegance and comfort of our House. Joining us at the beginning of this exciting new chapter, you will help establish the standards of care and craftsmanship that will become part of the Cambridge House story.

Key Responsibilities:

• Care for and restore the House’s linens, uniforms, soft furnishings and textiles, bringing precision and a touch of artistry to every stitch.

• Work your magic by carrying out delicate mending, alterations and beautifully finished hems.

• Keep a watchful eye for loose threads, worn edges and little imperfections, restoring textiles to their best and recognising when a piece needs specialist attention or replacement.

• Ensure linens are crisp, uniforms immaculate and garments beautifully finished, ready to play their part in the everyday elegance of the House.

• Care for your sewing machines, tools and workspace, keeping everything organised, safe and ready for the next task.

• Work hand in hand with fellow team members across Housekeeping, thoughtfully prioritising requests and ensuring every piece is returned beautifully finished and on time.

• Handle every item with care by following appropriate laundering, fabric care and storage guidelines to preserve its quality, appearance and longevity.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Seamstress, Tailor, Sewing Machinist or in a similar textile care role, ideally within luxury hospitality, fashion, garment care or a related environment.

• Strong sewing and mending skills, with experience in alterations, hemming, repairs and the care of different fabrics and textiles.

• A collaborative and considerate manner, enjoy working alongside fellow team members to support the smooth running of the House.

• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays, as required.

• Right to work in the United Kingdom.

Additional Information

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

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