Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

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The Tailor is responsible for the maintenance, alteration, and repair of all hotel uniforms, linens, and soft furnishings to ensure a polished, professional appearance for staff and guest areas. This hands-on role combines skilled sewing with inventory management to support the hotel's high standards of presentation and operational efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform alterations, repairs, and hemming on staff uniforms (suits, dresses, shirts, pants, aprons, chef coats). Measure employees for proper uniform fit and maintain individual sizing records. Repair or replace damaged linens (bedding, towels, tablecloths, napkins) to extend usable life. Sew labels, name tags, and branding onto new uniforms and linens. Conduct regular uniform inspections; identify and retire worn-out items. Manage uniform inventory: track issuance, returns, and stock levels; reorder as needed. Alter guest clothing upon request with quick turnaround (same day when possible). Maintain sewing equipment (industrial machines, sergers, irons) in safe working order. Collaborate with Housekeeping and HR on new hire fittings and seasonal uniform updates. Ensure all work meets brand standards for stitching quality, thread colour, and logo placement. Keep the tailor shop organized, clean, and compliant with health/safety regulations.

Required Skills

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Soft skills

Time Management, Detail Oriented, Creativity

Benefits

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Staff accommodation, Learning & development programmes, Career development, Length of service benefits