Tailor - FT - Union Square, San Fransisco
Union Square, San Francisco
THE JOHN VARVATOS TEAM
The heartbeat of any brand is its people. The John Varvatos culture is full of passion, creativity, and rock n roll! With many opportunities for growth and career development, we are a company that has ambitious plans for growth, and each individual plays a vital role in achieving our goals. We recognize each individual's contributions and treat each other with dignity, respect, and fairness.
THE ROLE
As a Tailor at John Varvatos, you will play a key role in shaping the client experience through expert craftsmanship and precision tailoring. You’ll be responsible for ensuring every garment reflects the elevated standards and signature fit that define the Varvatos aesthetic: effortlessly cool, sharply refined, and always intentional. Working closely with the store team, you’ll deliver high-quality alterations that enhance each client’s personal style while upholding the integrity of the product and brand.
What You’ll Do:
• Execute expert alterations on men’s tailored garments including leather jackets, blazers, trousers, shirts, and outerwear. This includes adjusting sleeve lengths, tapering bodies, altering pant lengths, and customizing fit based on individual needs.
• Provide bespoke-level attention to detail when marking, fitting, and finishing garments to ensure each piece aligns with John Varvatos’ luxury standards.
• Maintain an organized and well-functioning tailoring workspace with all tools and machines in proper working condition.
• Partner with the sales and management team to support client fittings, offer tailoring insights, and help create an exceptional end-to-end customer experience.
• Uphold a deep understanding of the brand’s styling principles and craftsmanship to help preserve the DNA of every piece during alteration.
Who You Are:
• Skilled tailor with prior experience in luxury menswear or designer fashion. Background in leather, specialty fabrics, or avant-garde cuts is a plus.
• Expert in garment construction, hand and machine sewing, and fitting techniques.
• Strong eye for detail with the ability to preserve the original design and edge of every garment.
• Professional, well-presented, and able to communicate effectively with both clients and team members.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, fashion-driven retail environment.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
- RESPECT: We treat our team, customers, suppliers, partners and planet with respect, always. We speak respectfully about and to others. We respect our customer's valuable time, and each other's. We work as a unified team and respect each other's differences
- RESOLVE: We are determined and we do not give up. We follow through on our commitments. We take accountability and face challenges with enthusiasm
- RAREFIED PASSION: We act with utmost integrity. We seek to continually improve and respond to feedback. We advocate for our brand, customer and product
- REFINEMENT: We pay fanatical attention to the details that make the John Varvatos difference. We strive to be exceptional in all we do.
BENEFITS
Your career matters to us and we will do what it takes to help you on your journey in life. You’ll be challenging yourself and your leadership. The opportunities will be there, and you’ll be working within an environment that rewards hard work and innovation. Internal promotion is the norm not the exception and you’ll be supported in your ambition to reach the next step of your career.
Health & Wellbeing Benefits Plan include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care Accounts
- Commuter & Parking Saving Accounts
- 401(k) Enrollment - Traditional 401(k)
- Paid Time Off & Sick Leave
- Voluntary Additional Life & Disability Coverage for Spouse and Child(ren)
- Basic Life and Disability
- Short/Long-Term Disability
- Accident & Critical Illness
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Pet Insurance
- Personal Clothing Discount and Clothing Allotment
- Eligible Commission Program
Note: Availability of the benefits are based on location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. John Varvatos reserves the right to amend or withdraw these benefits at any time.
In addition to this we offer a competitive pay and benefits package that includes an amazing employee clothing allotment and discount. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, and we very much look forward to working with you. The compensation for this role is: $36 USD an Hour.
