Seamstress / Tailor
$25 - $28 per hourRetrofête
We are looking for a skilled Seamstress or Tailor to support the launch of our in-house alterations service. This is a hands-on role working directly with our clients and our merchandise: fitting, altering, and repairing pieces so every garment leaves the store looking like it was made for the person wearing it.
You'll be part of the store team, not tucked away in a back room. Some of your time will be spent at the machine; some will be spent on the floor with clients, pinning and marking during fittings.
Responsibilities
- Client alterations: hems, waist take in, taking garments in and out, sleeve and strap adjustments, button and closure work, seam and lining repairs.
- Fittings on the floor: assist the stylist and their client, meet clients, assess fit, pin and mark garments, explain what's possible and what isn't, and set realistic turnaround expectations.
- Delicate fabrics: hand-finish and alter silk, chiffon, lace, and beaded pieces with the care they require.
- Stock repairs: mend damaged or returned merchandise so it can go back on the floor rather than be written off
- Workflow management: log incoming alterations, tag and track garments, hit promised pickup dates, and keep the workroom organized.
- Partner with the sales team: flag fit issues on the floor, suggest alteration options that help close a sale, and communicate timing to associates so they can update clients.
Requirements
- Demonstrated garment alteration experience (professional, bridal, costume, or comparable hands-on background)
- Confident with hems, side seams, waist band and take in, sleeves, darts, zippers and closures.
- Skilled with an industrial or domestic machine, plus hand-finishing techniques — blind hem, slip stitch, invisible repairs.
- Comfortable working directly with clients during fittings, including a professional and discreet manner around body and sizing conversations
- Reliable and able to commit to a consistent weekly schedule
- Organized enough to track multiple garments and deadlines
Nice to Have
- Experience with luxury or designer merchandise
- Beading, embroidery, or other hand embellishment repair
- Knitwear repair
- Familiarity with a serger and/or blind hem machine
- Bilingual (a plus for client fittings)
Benefits
- Hourly Rate: $25 - $28
- Hours: 16 - 24 hours per week
- Sick Time
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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