Tailor & Alterations Specialist - Flexible Schedule & Benefits

Darien Sport Shop; Darien (CT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount on store merchandise

Health benefits & 401k with employer match for full-time employees

Job summary

Darien Sport Shop in Darien, Connecticut is seeking an experienced Tailor / Alterations Specialist to join their team. The ideal candidate will perform alterations on a variety of garments, work closely with sales associates to ensure customer satisfaction, and maintain high-quality standards. This position offers flexible scheduling and competitive compensation, with both part-time and full-time options. Employee benefits include discounts and health coverage for full-time employees. Join a local institution with a rich history in craftsmanship and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a professional tailoring or alterations environment.
• Proficiency in both basic and advanced alterations across menswear and womenswear.
• Strong working knowledge of garment construction and a variety of fabric types.
• Meticulous attention to detail — you hold your finished work to an uncompromising standard.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform alterations on a full range of garments including suits, sport coats, trousers, and more.
• Partner with sales associates during fittings to understand each customer's preferences.
• Inspect completed work before returning garments to ensure quality standards are met.
• Keep the alterations workroom organized, clean, and efficient.

Skills

Professional tailoring or alterations experience

Basic and advanced alterations across menswear and womenswear

Knowledge of garment construction

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Collaborative team skills

Education

Formal tailoring training or equivalent experience

Job description

Darien Sport Shop in Darien, Connecticut is seeking an experienced Tailor / Alterations Specialist to join their team. The ideal candidate will perform alterations on a variety of garments, work closely with sales associates to ensure customer satisfaction, and maintain high-quality standards. This position offers flexible scheduling and competitive compensation, with both part-time and full-time options. Employee benefits include discounts and health coverage for full-time employees. Join a local institution with a rich history in craftsmanship and community involvement.