Prestigious Ready to Wear and Bridal Designer, Monique Lhuillier, is seeking a Fitter/Seamstress for our New York Flagship. This person will partner with the Alterations team and the Sales team to satisfy client expectations related to fit, custom modifications, and re-sizing of all bridal garments.
This role will assist in maintaining the department’s processes, productivity, and procedures to ensure proper communication and profitability. An Alterations Fitter/Seamstress provides each customer with the best possible service and quality of work.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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5+ years of experience in luxury or bridal alterations environment
- Advanced Technical Skills (Pattern, draping, construction)
- Ability to maintain professional communication with coworkers and clients
- Expert knowledge of garment construction/fit
- Experience operating an industrial sewing machine
- A passion for the Art of Alterations
- Ability to be flexible, work on multiple projects, manages time in an efficient way in a team environment
- Availability to work 8+ hour days and be available on nights and weekends in a fast paced environment based on business needs
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
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Perform and complete alterations according to Monique Lhuillier Alteration guidelines and service standards
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Determine the required alterations needed to achieve the desired fit for Bridal and RTW garments
- Accurately measure and mark garments needing to be altered using the fit methods of Monique Lhuillier
- Record all required alteration instructions and perform the work necessary
- Communicate the work needed on garments to other team members to ensure quality and that accuracy is maintained
- Machine work, hand sewing, steaming, pressing, spot cleaning and finishing merchandise
- Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and customer requests in a fast-paced environment
- Ensure customers receive a superior fitting experience and receive high-quality alterations within the stated time frame
- Be the liaison between the sales team and client regarding fit, custom modifications, and alterations pricing.
If chosen to interview, you will be required to perform a fitting and pass a sewing test.