Upholsterer (London)

JOUFFRE; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned luxury upholstery company is seeking an Experienced Upholsterer to join its expanding team in London. This role involves the complete fabrication of window treatments and requires strong technical skills in upholstery. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience and excel in a collaborative environment, ensuring quality workmanship while adhering to schedules.

Qualifications

• Mastery of traditional and modern inside upholstery required.
• Experience of 5-10 years in making new furniture and reupholstery.
• Proficiency in English mandatory; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all stages of fabricating window treatments.
• Creating templates and cutting fabrics.
• Sewing and upholstering various types of furniture.

Skills

Upholstery skills

Sewing

Cutting

Templating

Teamwork

Job description

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Established in 1987 in Lyon, a city renowned for its rich textile heritage, Jouffre stands at the pinnacle of luxury upholstery and window treatments. While our roots are deeply anchored in France, our expertise stretches globally with dedicated craftsmen and teams stationed in Long Island City, New York, Lyon, Rabat and soon in London. Serving the visions of the world's most distinguished interior designers, we've been entrusted with projects spanning private residences, renowned hotels, and other prestigious spaces.

At Jouffre, our daily mission is to breathe life into time-honored craftsmanship, translating the audacious visions of international designers into tangible luxury. Beyond our craft, we are staunch believers in nurturing the growth of our team members. We foster an environment that celebrates initiative, autonomy, responsibility, and unwavering dedication. Join us, and be a part of a legacy where tradition meets innovation.

This year 2024 will once again mark the history of Jouffre as we seek to develop a new workshop in London, Jouffre Limited. This project represents much more than a simple expansion, it’s for us a real challenge and an opportunity to build something remarkable again.

MAIN MISSION

Carry out, from the beginning to the end, all the stages of fabricating window treatment (drapes, sheers, shades) according to precise and defined conditions

MISSIONS

• Creating templates
• Cutting fabrics
• Cutting and shaping foam for seats and backs
• Making the traditional and modern seat stuffing (webbing, springs, horsehair, foam)
• Making and covering pillow and cushions
• Sewing both by hand and by machine
• Upholstering any types of furniture

PROFILE

We are looking for an Experienced Upholsterer autonomous and proactive with strong technical skills in upholstery! The ideal candidate will be able to work in a team and must have a real ability to transmit and share their know-how.

The right candidate must have the ability to complete jobs following a schedule, sometimes in a short time, while maintaining a high level of quality and without compromising the integrity of the job.

Qualifications needed:

• Mastery of traditional and modern inside upholstery is required
• Mastery of cutting, sewing, templating and upholstering is expected
• Mastery of leather and wall upholstery is a real plus
• Experience: 5-10 years (in making new furniture as well as in reupholstery)
• Language: English mandatory, French is a plus

POSITION INFORMATION

Location : London

Starting Date : May 2025

Type of Contract : Full-Time