Hotel Uniform & Alterations Specialist

Charlestonplace; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charleston Place is seeking a Uniform Attendant / Tailor to repair, alter, and maintain staff uniforms, guest garments, and hotel fabrics. You will measure, fit, and tailor uniforms for employees, mend tears, replace zippers, and operate industrial sewing machines in a busy hotel setting.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of tailoring experience, formal training is a plus, and strong attention to detail with excellent time management and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a seamstress or tailor.
• Formal training in tailoring, fashion design, or a related field is a plus.
• Previous experience in a hotel, laundry service, or fashion industry is an advantage.
• Proven experience as a seamstress, tailor, or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in sewing, hemming, and garment alterations.
• Knowledge of various fabrics and appropriate care techniques.
• Ability to operate industrial sewing machines and related equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform sewing, alterations, and repairs on hotel linens, staff uniforms, and guest clothing.
• Measure, fit, and tailor uniforms for hotel employees to ensure a professional appearance.
• Mend tears, replace zippers, adjust hemlines, and perform other garment modifications.
• Operate and maintain sewing machines, irons, and related tailoring equipment.
• Maintain an inventory of sewing materials, including thread, buttons, zippers, and fabrics.
• Ensure proper labeling, organization, and storage of garments.
• Coordinate with the valet/laundry department to prioritize workload and urgent requests.
• Provide minor repairs for hotel drapes and decorative fabrics as needed.
• Handle guest alteration requests professionally and in a timely manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the sewing work area.
• Assist guests with mending requests as needed.
• Support the laundry team by assisting with the cleaning and pressing of uniform garments.
• Follow hotel/company emergency procedures and assist in emergency situations when required.

Skills

Sewing

Tailoring

Garment Alterations

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer service

Education

Tailoring training

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Job description

The Charleston Place is seeking a Uniform Attendant / Tailor to repair, alter, and maintain staff uniforms, guest garments, and hotel fabrics. You will measure, fit, and tailor uniforms for employees, mend tears, replace zippers, and operate industrial sewing machines in a busy hotel setting.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of tailoring experience, formal training is a plus, and strong attention to detail with excellent time management and customer service skills.