Tailor - Williamsburg

Brobston Group LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Brobston Group LLC in New York is seeking a skilled tailor based at our Williamsburg store to deliver expert alterations for suits, shirts, coats, blazers, and trousers. You will collaborate with sales associates on sizing and maintain an organized tailor shop to ensure high-quality finishes.

The role requires experience in garment alterations, proficiency with sewing techniques, and a professional, customer-facing demeanor in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in garment alterations, preferably men's tailoring or formalwear.
• Proficient in sewing techniques and operation of tailoring machines and equipment.
• Strong understanding of fabrics, garment construction, and color perception.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple alterations efficiently.
• Professional appearance with strong interpersonal and communication skills in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• Availability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert alterations on mens suits, shirts, coats, blazers, and trousers including shortening/lengthening sleeves, tapering sides, lowering collars, and adjusting trouser waist, length, thigh, and foot widths.
• Accurately mark garments and ensure all alterations meet fit and finish standards.
• Collaborate with sales associates to confirm proper sizing and garment recommendations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-functioning tailor shop and keep equipment in good working order.
• Provide timely and precise alterations to support an elevated in-store customer experience.

Skills

Garment alterations

Sewing techniques

Fabric knowledge

Organization

Customer service

Flexible schedule

Tools

Tailoring equipment

Job description

Summary

As a Tailor based at the Williamsburg store, you will deliver expert alterations to ensure garments fit customers perfectly. You will perform precise sewing and adjustments on suits, shirts, coats, blazers, and trousers while collaborating with sales associates on sizing. Maintain an organized tailor shop and provide timely, high-level customer service to enhance the in-store experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert alterations on mens suits, shirts, coats, blazers, and trousers including shortening/lengthening sleeves, tapering sides, lowering collars, and adjusting trouser waist, length, thigh, and foot widths.


• Accurately mark garments and ensure all alterations meet fit and finish standards.


• Collaborate with sales associates to confirm proper sizing and garment recommendations.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-functioning tailor shop and keep equipment in good working order.


• Provide timely and precise alterations to support an elevated in-store customer experience.

Requirements

• Previous experience in garment alterations, preferably in mens tailoring or formalwear.


• Proficient in sewing techniques and operation of tailoring machines and equipment.


• Strong understanding of fabrics, garment construction, and color perception.


• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple alterations efficiently.


• Professional appearance with strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.


• Availability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.