Seamstress

Belmond; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive basic salary

Loyalty and recognition rewards

Employee Assistance & Wellness

Job summary

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel is seeking a skilled Seamstress to fit, alter and repair guest and staff clothing with precision. You will also repair hotel upholstery and assist with uniform-related tasks in a luxury hospitality setting.

The role requires 1 year of sewing experience, Matric or equivalent, and familiarity with modern sewing machines, overlocks, irons, and cutting tools. Prior luxury hospitality experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in sewing, alterations or repairs.
• Experience in a hotel or luxury hospitality setting is advantageous.
• Proficient with sewing machines, overlocks, irons and cutting tools.
• Ability to repair garments, hems and seams with solid stitching.
• Knowledge of fabrics, patterns and linen handling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fit, alter and repair guest and staff clothing as requested.
• Repair hotel upholstery and staff uniforms as needed.
• Repurpose condemned linen into cloths or items on request.
• Perform sewing tasks such as hems, tears, zippers and buttons.
• Assist in Laundry or Housekeeping when required.
• Maintain and service sewing equipment; request repairs when needed.
• Support uniform storage and quarterly stock counts.

Skills

Sewing & alterations

Customer service

Communication skills

Hand-eye coordination

Fabric knowledge

Fabric/mending techniques

Mathematics basics

Attention to detail

Education

Matric

Tools

Modern sewing machine

Overlock machine

Heat sealer

Steam iron

Scissors

Rippers

Bolt cutters

Job description

As a Seamstress at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, you are responsible for the fit, alter and repairs of both guest and staff clothing. If you're looking to develop your skills and be part of the future of luxury, this is your moment.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Fit, alter, and repair, according to guest request.
• Perform repairs to hotel upholstery
• Repurpose the condemned linen into cloths or other items as requested
• Perform alterations, sew hems, fix tears, mend zippers and apply buttons
• Assist in the Laundry or Housekeeping department when required
• Repair or replace defective garment parts such as pockets, zippers, snaps, buttons, and linings
• Assist with quarterly OE stock count as and when required
• Responsible for alterations and repair to staff uniforms
• Assist in the uniform storeroom as and when required
• Submit requests for repair and periodic maintenance of sewing equipment

What You Bring

• Minimum of 1 year experience in the role, within a hotel environment advantageous
• Matric or equivalent education preferred
• Previous luxury hospitality experience - advantageous
• Previous experience in operating & using a modern sewing machine, over lock machine, heat seal, steam iron, scissors, rippers and bolt cutters in a safe and efficient manner
• Experience in fixing tears, repairing seams and performing alterations of garments
• Knowledge of linings, fabrics, creating solid seams, cutting patterns and pieces and working with linen and curtains.
• Sound knowledge of various fabrics and sewing techniques
• Basic understanding of design and fashion principles
• Basic math skills
• Effective communication skills
• Good hand-eye coordination skills
• Exceptional customer service skills

What We Offer

At Mount Nelson, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:

• Competitive basic salary and benefits
• Loyalty and recognition rewards programs
• Employee Assistance & Wellness programs

We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you\'ll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other.