Tailor / Alterations Specialist – Menswear
About Holmes Clothing / The Missionary Store
Holmes Clothing is a locally owned menswear store specializing in suits, dresswear, and accessories for weddings, proms, job interviews, LDS missions, and other important occasions. We are known for quality clothing, honest advice, and a welcoming, judgment-free environment where customers feel comfortable and cared for. We help customers feel confident for important moments in their lives.
Position Summary
We’re looking for a skilled, dependable Tailor / Alterations Specialist to join our team. This role focuses on alterations and garment finishing for suits, dress pants, shirts, and other menswear. The right person will take pride in quality work, communicate well with the sales team, and help ensure customers leave with clothing that fits well and feels great.
This is a great fit for someone with tailoring experience who enjoys independent work, values consistency, and wants to be part of a team that helps customers prepare for important life events.
Schedule
Part-time with flexible structure available. Saturday availability preferred at times, depending on workload and store needs.
Responsibilities
Perform alterations on suits, dress pants, dress shirts, tuxedos, and other menswear
Handle hemming, waist adjustments, sleeve adjustments, tapering, seat adjustments, and other common alterations
Work with the sales team to complete alterations accurately and on time
Assist with fittings when needed, especially for more difficult or detailed alterations
Maintain clear communication about turnaround times, priorities, and workload
Help train team members on alteration processes, garment prep, and how to better support the tailor shop
Keep work area, tools, and garments organized and in good condition
Help ensure completed garments meet Holmes Clothing standards for quality and presentation
Qualifications
Previous tailoring or alterations experience required
Strong sewing skills and attention to detail
Experience working with suits, dresswear, or formalwear preferred
Ability to assess garment fit and make sound alteration recommendations
Dependable, organized, and able to manage deadlines
Clear communication and willingness to work closely with the sales team
Ability to work independently and produce consistent, quality results
Experience with menswear preferred but not required if alteration skills are strong
What We Offer
Competitive pay based on experience
Supportive, family-oriented work environment
Flexible structure for the right candidate
Steady alteration work tied to weddings, proms, missionary outfitting, and everyday menswear
Opportunity to play an important role in helping customers look and feel their best
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a short note telling us about your tailoring experience and why you’d be a good fit for Holmes Clothing / The Missionary Store.
Create a free account to keep reading — and to apply.
Create My Free AccountYou're just 60 seconds away from your new Creativeloft account.