Head Tailor at Gap Recruitment Services

5 Years
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Company Details
Industry: Consulting
Description: Gap Recruitment Services Limited is a leading recruitment firm in Kenya where International and local companies find just the right fit talent. Whether you are an employer seeking skilled talent to fuel productivity in your organization or a job seeker pursuing your dream job and a fulfilling career, we are your Staffing Team, and we are committed to your success. Gap Recruitment has the technical capacity to find the right resource for any of your vacancies, but we know it takes more than a skill set to get the job done. We focus on understanding your specific needs, culture, beyond just technical skills, and we maintain close relationships with the professionals in our databases, enabling us to find the right fit for both parties in record time.
Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Cut and sew fabrics accurately according to provided designs, patterns, and measurements.
  • Construct garments from scratch, ensuring high-quality workmanship and clean finishing.
  • Alter, repair, and adjust garments to achieve perfect fit, style, and comfort.
  • Ensure all garments meet brand standards in fit, precision, and finishing.
  • Oversee tailoring operations and ensure timely production of orders.
  • Maintain and operate sewing machines and tailoring tools, ensuring good working condition.
  • Inspect finished garments for accuracy, neatness, and quality consistency.
  • Advise clients on fabric options, fit improvements, and garment adjustments.
  • Interpret customer needs and translate them into well-executed garment outcomes.
  • Provide expert insights on stitching techniques, garment structure, and fit enhancements.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tailoring working area.
  • Monitor fabric usage to minimize wastage and optimize production efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years of proven experience as a Head Tailor or Senior Tailor.
  • Strong expertise in cutting, stitching, repairing, and finishing garments to a professional standard.
  • Ability to design and tailor maxi dresses, jumpsuits, and two-piece outfits.
  • Skilled in working with different fabric types, including delicate and stretch fabrics.
  • Excellent attention to detail, measurement accuracy, and garment fitting skills.
  • Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines under minimal supervision.
  • Reliable, honest, customer-focused, and committed to high-quality craftsmanship.
Salary: Ksh. 50,000 - Ksh. 80,000
Otherpay: Benefits
Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time

Key Skills

designer  fashion 
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