Alterations Specialist

Job Summary
Elizabeth Johns is seeking an experienced Alterations Specialist to join our dedicated team!
This individual will work closely with clients to assess alteration needs and must be experienced with high-end bridal fabrics and couture construction.

Role Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience working with bridal and eveningwear gowns; alterations experience preferred but sampling experience will be considered
• Strong technical knowledge of high-end gown construction and handling of delicate fabrics
• Exceptional sewing skills and knowledge of bustle types
• Dedicated to delivering quality craftsmanship with an eye for details
• Experience working directly with clients and comfortable communicating the alteration process
• Solution-oriented to address client's goals and concerns
• Ability to carry bridal and eveningwear gowns up to 10lbs and comfortable with stairs
• Strong time management skills to handle workload, meet deadlines, and work efficiently
• Must have a positive "can-do" attitude with clients and work well in a team environment
• Comfortable operating industrial sewing machines

Role Responsibilities

• Conduct bridal and eveningwear fittings at our Morristown location
• Execute all aspects of garment alterations, including bust, waist, hips, hemlines, and bustles
• Perform machine and hand sewing, draping, cutting, bustling, and pressing
• Ensure gowns are completed on time for each client appointment and the quality meets, or exceeds, our standards
• Provide exceptional customer service throughout the alteration process, including handling service concerns, minor repairs, and urgent alteration requests when needed
• Review weekly appointment schedule and properly prepare for each fitting
• Support the store by helping with repairs of samples when needed

Application Process:
After reviewing your resume, an initial interview will be conducted to speak about experience. If you are being further considered, we would invite you to work a test day at the store with sewing tests and a further introduction to our alterations process.

Pay: From $10.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person