Retail Store Tailor Part Time

Tailored Brands, Inc.; Cave Spring (VA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Tailor Brands, Inc. operates a tailor shop focused on high-quality alterations and attentive customer service in Cave Spring, VA. The role involves executing standard alterations with precision, maintaining garment quality, and supporting front-of-house tasks.

Candidates should be able to manage time efficiently, communicate clearly, and work with sewing machines, irons, and other tailorshop tools to deliver a positive customer experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure high-quality alterations.
• Excellent time management to complete tasks within allotted timeframes.
• Clear and professional communication with customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard alterations (pants hems, waist/seat adjustments, rise and tapering) per guidelines.
• Maintain quality: clean finishes, secure stitching, even seams, remove loose threads, pins.
• Press garments for a crisp finish.
• Keep workspace organized and tools well-maintained.
• Operate tailoring equipment with precision.
• Tag and organize completed work for pickup.
• Assist with inventory and store duties as needed.
• Participate in customer consultations and offer fit guidance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer service

Communication

Tools

Sewing machine

Iron/press

Scissors

Job description

Overview

Tailor Shop Production & Operations. Efficiently perform standard alterations, including but not limited to pant hems, waist and seat adjustments, rise and tapering modifications, coat sleeves, side seams, and lower collar adjustments, in alignment with company guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an average of 60 minutes of productive alteration work per working hour, allowing for appropriate rest and meal periods and time for non-tailoring tasks as needed.
• Ensure all garments meet high-quality standards, including clean finishes, secure stitching, even seams, removal of loose threads, and removal of pins.
• Press garments to ensure a clean, crisp finish.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace; ensure all tools and materials are properly stored and well-maintained.
• Demonstrate proficiency with all tailor shop equipment.
• Ensure completed work is accurately tagged, organized, and ready for customer pickup.
• Assist with inventory management by monitoring tailoring supplies and requesting replenishment from management as needed.
• Support front-of-house activities as needed, such as cleaning, restocking merchandise, or assisting customers.
• Participate in customer consultations at the direction of management, offering guidance and recommendations on alterations and garment fit.
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience by listening to customer needs and offering personalized solutions.
• Operate small tools and equipment, including needles, scissors, sewing machines, and presses, with precision.
• Read, count, and write to complete required documentation accurately.

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to understand, follow, and execute detailed instructions.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure all garments meet quality standards.
• Excellent time management skills to complete each alteration efficiently within designated timeframes.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Physically able to bend, squat, lift arms overhead, and use ladders to access merchandise and supplies stored above shoulder level.

Work Schedule & Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at least 20 hours per week when needed, including any days and hours the store is in operation.