Seamstress Tailor Sewing Specialist

$32,032 - $35,464/Yr

David's Bridal - North Olmsted, OH

Part-time - Entry Level

North Olmsted, OH

1,001-5,000 employees

Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers

About the position

The Seamstress Tailor Sewing Specialist at David's Bridal is responsible for providing high-quality alterations and fittings to ensure customer satisfaction. This role emphasizes exceptional customer service, technical expertise in sewing, and maintaining the standards of the David's Bridal brand. The position requires working primarily on weekends, with minimal weekday hours, and involves direct interaction with customers to enhance their shopping experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete all fittings and alterations to the high standards of David's Bridal.
• Provide exceptional customer service to multiple customers simultaneously.
• Communicate clearly and adapt style to suit customer needs.
• Promote alteration services and personalization options to customers.
• Assist stylists in closing sales by consulting on gown fit and customization.
• Maintain store standards to support a flawless shopping experience.
• Inspect all garments altered/steamed/pressed to ensure pristine condition before delivery.
• Manage all alterations, fittings, sewing, steaming, pressing, and spot cleaning of garments.
• Resolve customer service issues swiftly and effectively.
• Maintain a clean and organized alterations room.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent degree.
• 1-2 years prior retail experience in an apparel or specialty store environment.
• Prior sewing experience required, preferably in bridal and/or special occasion production environment.
• Prior experience with computerized POS (Point of Sale) system is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in bridal alterations or special occasion garments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and conflict resolution abilities.

Benefits

• Pet insurance
• Generous Team Member discount
• $400 bonus for every referral hired with no limit
• Competitive hourly pay rates & team bonus
• Get Paid Early
• Vision Care
• Supplemental Insurances- Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accidental Injury
• 401K Program
• Discount for Identity Theft Protection
• Discounts for Home and Auto Insurance
• Discounts for Mobile Legal Benefits (MetLife Hyatt Legal Plans)