Tailor
- Toronto, ON, M5E 1G4, Canada
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- Job type
- Contract
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Tailor – Surmesur
Who we are
At Surmesur, we’re redefining the custom clothing experience. Our boutiques are built around one goal: delivering a true “wow” moment, through exceptional fit, thoughtful design, and a highly personalized client journey. We don’t just make suits. We build wardrobes, confidence, and presence.
We’re growing, and we’re looking for a Tailor who takes pride in their craft and wants to be part of a brand that’s pushing the industry forward.
Our culture (what we actually care about)
- Be better – We’re always refining, improving, and raising the bar
- Be creative – We value ideas, innovation, and personal style
- Take action – We move fast and deliver for our clients
- Have fun – We take the work seriously, not ourselves
What you’ll do
This is a hands-on, high-impact role. You’ll own the quality and precision of our garments and play a key role in the client experience.
- Execute high-level alterations (jackets, trousers, vests, shirts - full scope)
- Ensure every garment meets Surmesur’s fit standards
- Manage alteration timelines and client expectations with precision
- Support fittings alongside the styling team when needed
- Identify fit issues quickly and propose clean, effective solutions
- Maintain an organized, professional tailoring space
- Collaborate with the Branch Manager on recurring fit challenges and improvements
Who you are
- Passionate about tailoring, craftsmanship, and fashion
- Detail-obsessed - you notice what others miss
- Fast, efficient, and accountable under pressure
- Comfortable working independently and with a team
- Solutions-driven - you don’t just flag problems, you fix them
- Adaptable and open to new tools, processes, and ways of working
What you bring
- 5+ years of menswear tailoring experience (preferred)
- Strong understanding of garment construction and fit
- Advanced alteration experience across jackets, trousers, vests, and shirts
- Experience with industrial machines (hemming, serger, etc.)
- Ability to diagnose fit issues and execute precise corrections
- Strong time management and organizational skills
What we offer
- Competitive salary (based on experience)
- Commission program
- Clothing allowance + 60% employee discount
- Ongoing training and development
- A fast-growing brand with real opportunity to grow your role
If you care about craftsmanship, take pride in your work, and want to be part of a team that’s building something meaningful, we’d love to meet you.
More about this job
Responsibilities
You will execute high-level alterations on various garments while ensuring they meet strict fit standards and quality requirements. Additionally, you will collaborate with the styling team during fittings and manage alteration timelines to ensure a premium client experience.
Requirements
The ideal candidate possesses 5 or more years of experience in menswear tailoring and a deep understanding of garment construction. You must be proficient with industrial sewing machinery and capable of diagnosing and correcting complex fit issues.
Skills
- Menswear tailoring
- Garment construction
- Alterations
- Fit diagnosis
- Industrial machines
- Hemming
- Serger
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Communication
- Problem solving
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Commission program
- Clothing allowance
- Employee discount
- Ongoing training and development
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Retail
- Trades
- Creative & Media
Keywords
- Tailoring
- Menswear
- Alterations
- Garment construction
- Industrial machines
- Hemming
- Serger
- Fit standards
- Couture
- Fashion
- Craftsmanship
- Client experience
- Time management
- Quality control