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Master Tailor / Tailor D&K Suit City

Location: Decatur, GA (Main Location) Type: Full-Time Compensation: Competitive, based on experience Reports To: Store Manager / Owner

ABOUT THE COMPANY

D&K Suit City is a family-owned Atlanta fashion institution with over 35 years in business and six locations across Metro Atlanta. With over 1 million suits sold and 5,000+ five-star reviews, D&K Suit City is known for offering the best selection of designer suits, casual wear, shoes, and accessories for men and women at unbeatable prices.

ABOUT THE ROLES

We are hiring a Master Tailor and a Tailor to join our tailoring team at our main Decatur location. Whether you are a seasoned expert ready to lead a tailoring department or a skilled tailor looking for steady work with room to grow, we want to hear from you.

Master Tailor: This is a senior, hands-on leadership role for a highly experienced professional who can oversee all tailoring operations, perform complex alterations, maintain quality control, and mentor other tailoring staff.

Tailor: This is a hands-on role for someone with solid alteration experience who takes pride in delivering clean, precise work and is looking to grow under the guidance of an experienced Master Tailor.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Perform alterations on suits, dress pants, jackets, coats, shirts, skirts, dresses, formalwear, and other garments for men and women
  2. Handle standard alterations including hemming, tapering, taking in and letting out seams, replacing zippers, shortening sleeves, and adjusting waistlines
  3. Take precise measurements and conduct customer fittings, advising on fit and styling options
  4. Ensure all completed alterations meet quality standards before customer pickup
  5. Operate and maintain industrial sewing machines, sergers, and pressing equipment
  6. Manage alteration tickets and meet turnaround deadlines consistently
  7. Communicate professionally with customers regarding alteration options, timelines, and pricing
  8. Collaborate with the sales team to support customer satisfaction and repeat business
  9. Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient tailoring workspace
Additional Responsibilities (Master Tailor):
  1. Execute complex alterations including full suit resizing, relining, reshouldering, and structural adjustments
  2. Oversee quality control on all completed alterations before customer pickup
  3. Supervise, train, and mentor tailoring staff on technique, efficiency, and best practices
  4. Manage alteration workflow, turnaround times, and scheduling to meet customer deadlines and store volume
  5. Maintain and troubleshoot all tailoring equipment
REQUIREMENTS

Tailor:
  1. 2+ years of professional tailoring or alteration experience required
  2. Solid knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, and standard alteration techniques
  3. Proficiency with industrial sewing machines, sergers, and hand-sewing techniques
  4. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing clean, precise work
  5. Good customer service and communication skills
  6. Ability to work efficiently and manage multiple orders in a fast-paced environment
  7. Reliable, punctual, and available to work weekends and holidays as needed
  8. Willingness to learn and take direction from the Master Tailor
Master Tailor (in addition to the above):
  1. 7+ years of professional tailoring experience, with significant experience in men's suits and formalwear
  2. Expert-level knowledge of garment construction and complex structural alterations
  3. Proven experience leading or mentoring other tailors in a retail or custom tailoring environment
  4. Ability to manage workflow, scheduling, and quality control across a high-volume tailoring department
WHAT WE OFFER
  1. Competitive pay based on experience and skill level
  2. A stable, family-owned company with over 35 years of success
  3. A high-volume location with consistent, steady work
  4. Employee discounts on merchandise
  5. Path to advancement into senior tailoring and leadership roles

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