Formalwear Alterations Tailor & Fitting Specialist

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Tangos Dress Hire is seeking a full-time Formalwear Alterations Tailor & Fitting Specialist to join our team in Temple Bar, Dublin. Tangos supplies men's formalwear in a range of standard garment sizes. This role involves selecting and professionally fitting appropriate garments to individual customers and carrying out alterations to achieve the required fit for formalwear rental. Key responsibilities include measuring customers and assessing garment fit; selecting appropriate garment sizes; pinning and marking garments for alterations; carrying out trouser waist and length alterations; sleeve and other garment adjustments where appropriate; hand finishing, minor repairs and garment alterations; operating garment alteration and sewing equipment; pressing and finishing garments; checking completed alterations and final fit; and preparing formalwear for customer collection. The role also includes fitting and preparing suits, tuxedos and associated formalwear for wedding parties and individual customers, maintaining fitting and alteration records, and assisting with garment and stock control. Previous experience in formalwear fitting, garment alterations, tailoring, menswear or a related clothing environment is required. Applicants should have experience measuring and fitting customers and carrying out garment alterations, together with the ability and willingness to further develop tailoring and machine-alteration skills. Strong attention to detail and good customer service and communication skills are essential. €36,650 per annum based on a 39-hour working week.