Uniform Tailor

Job Description

The Uniform Tailor responsibilities include, but are not limited to the mending of deficiencies either in the employee uniforms or with other garments or linens used on the premises.   

• Assist guests with their sewing/tailoring needs. 
• Measure and tailor uniforms for all new colleagues. 
• Ability to maintain and upkeep the uniforms for over 650 employees.   
• Makes needed alterations to uniforms on an on-going basis. 
• Must have the ability to fit, alter, and hem different garments independent of the type of linen.   
• Inspects and repairs drapes, linens, and other textiles used in the hotel. 
• Creates sewn pieces for use in operating departments. 
• Must be able to keep organized workspace to ensure all uniforms are scheduled for a periodic check-up.   
• Works harmoniously and professionally with colleagues and supervisors. 
• Assists and supports the Laundry and Uniform operations as needed. 
• Assist with any project assigned by management. 
• Maintain an excellent relationship with all departments. 
• Maintain excellent communication within the Laundry department as well as with all other departments. 
• Have full knowledge of the hotel’s emergency procedures. 
• Maintain a safe working environment. 
• Participate in meetings. 

Qualifications

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities: 

• Previous experience of three years or more is a plus.   
• Luxury hotel experience a plus. 
• Must maintain a professional appearance. 
• Must have ability to communicate well both verbally and written.   
• Reading and counting is essential. 
• Requires advanced knowledge of sewing. 
• Must have the ability to work with different stitching, fabrics, and sewing machines. 
• Must know the difference between lining, underlining, and interlining; all the possible fabrics and when to use them; cutting patterns and pieces; creating solid seams that are well hidden; how to prevent wrinkling; how to extend the wear of garments; how to work with fabrics like wool and flannel; and how to work with delicate fabrics like silk and cashmere. 
• Needs to distinguish the various priorities as they relate to both guests and employees. 
• Must have ability to work with others to create attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with minimum supervision.   
• Must have ability to secure minimum levels of skills and abilities that would allow for a proficient job orientation based on specific tasks and methods.  This is to provide a safe working environment according to OSHA regulations that would protect both the employee and coworkers. 
• Must have flexible hours to meet the demands of a 24 hour operation. 
• Must demonstrate high quality and craftsmanship. 
• High School graduate or equivalent is preferred.   
• Excellent team spirit. 
• Ability to handle many conflicting priorities at any given time. 
• Able to work well under pressure. 

Physical Demands: 

• Most work tasks are performed indoors.   
• Able to work in high heat indexes. 
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks. 
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis. 
• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.