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Retail Store Tailor Apprentice

Men's Wearhouse · Cheektowaga, NY · 1 mo ago
On-siteOTHR$16–$24/hrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? The posting includes description. We need headings for sections that have content: maybe "About the role", "Responsibilities", "Requirements", "Qualifications", "Skills", "Benefits", "Pay", "Schedule". We must only include sections when posting has real specific content. Let's parse. Content: "RETAIL STORE TAILOR—ALTERATIONS The Tailor delivers high-quality craftsmanship..." That's description. Could be "About the role". Then "Essential Functions" with bullet-like sentences. Those are responsibilities/duties. Could be "Responsibilities". Then "Physical And Mental Requirements" is requirements. Also "Ability to ...". Could be "Requirements". Also "Pay Range: $16.00 - $24.00/hr" is pay. Also "We take into consideration..." is pay note. Also "You may have the opportunity to voluntarily work between multiple store or site locations..." maybe schedule? Not exactly schedule. There's no explicit schedule. There's "Ability to work at least 20 hours per week when needed, including any days and hours the store is in operation." That's schedule info (minimum hours). Could be schedule. Also "We take into consideration..." is pay note. Benefits: none explicit. No benefits listed. So we should not create Benefits section. Qualifications: maybe not separate; could be part of Requirements. We'll keep Requirements. Skills: maybe not separate. Thus sections: About the role (description), Responsibilities (Essential Functions), Requirements (Physical And Mental Requirements + maybe ability to operate tools etc), Pay (Pay Range), Schedule (Ability to work at least 20 hours per week...). Also maybe "Team Based Work Environment" could be part of responsibilities. We need to use

for section headings. Use
  • for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. Use

    for prose. We must not repeat job title as heading. Do not put Job ID etc. We must preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. Remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. So we need to strip out the EEO paragraph, the AI application note, the careers.tailoredbrands.com line, the "APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ONLINE THROUGH WEBSITE" etc. Also remove "We take into consideration an individual’s skills, background and experience in determining final salary. Base pay information is based on market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable." That's pay note but it's substantive? It's about pay determination; we can keep as part of Pay section maybe. It's not boilerplate. Keep. Also "You may have the opportunity to voluntarily work between multiple store or site locations, and across multiple brands." That's schedule/location flexibility; could be part of Schedule or maybe a note. Keep. Now craft HTML. Structure:

    About the role

    ... description ...

    Responsibilities

    • ... each duty ...
    We need to break essential functions into list items. The essential functions paragraph includes many sentences separated by periods. We'll split into logical items. Essential Functions text: "Efficiently perform standard alterations - including but not limited to pant hems, waist and seat adjustments, rise and tapering modifications, coat sleeves, side seams, and lower collar adjustments - in alignment with company guidelines. Maintain an average of 60 minutes of productive alteration work per working hour, allowing for appropriate rest and meal periods and time for non-tailoring tasks as needed. Ensure all garments meet high-quality standards, including clean finishes, secure stitching, even seams, and the removal of loose threads and pins. Press garments to ensure a clean crisp finish. Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace; ensure all tools and materials are properly stored and well-maintained. Demonstrate proficiency with all tailor shop equipment. Ensure completed work is accurately tagged, organized, and ready for customer pickup. Assist with inventory management by monitoring tailoring supplies and requesting replenishment from management as needed. Customer Service Support front-of-house activities as needed, such as cleaning, restocking merchandise, or assisting customers. Participate in customer consultations at the direction of management, offering guidance and recommendations on alterations and garment fit. Deliver an exceptional customer experience by listening to customer needs and offering personalized solutions. Adapt to changing workload priorities and scheduling needs as directed by management. Team Based Work Environment Share specialized tailoring knowledge and/or techniques with fellow tailors to ensure consistent quality and ongoing skill development. Assist in training sales staff on tailoring fundamentals, including marking, fitting, measuring and pressing techniques. Seek and respond to constructive feedback from your management team and communicate concerns or requests promptly. Report any incidents, accidents, or safety hazards to the manager on duty and/or your Regional Manager. Support sales staff by providing tailoring insights that enhance product knowledge and improve the customer experience. Uphold standards of professional appearance and personal care." We'll make each sentence a
  • . Some sentences are long; keep as is. Now Requirements: "Physical And Mental Requirements" paragraph: "Ability to operate small tools and equipment - including, but not limited to, needles, scissors, sewing machines, and presses, with precision. Ability to understand, follow, and execute detailed instructions. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Strong attention to detail to ensure all garments meet quality standards. Excellent time management skills to complete each alteration efficiently within designated timeframes. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally. Ability to read, count, and write to complete required documentation accurately. Physically able to bend, squat, lift arms overhead, and use ladders to access merchandise and supplies stored above shoulder level. Ability to work at least 20 hours per week when needed, including any days and hours the store is in operation." We'll list each as
  • under Requirements. Pay: "Pay Range: $16.00 - $24.00/hr We take into consideration an individual’s skills, background and experience in determining final salary. Base pay information is based on market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable." We'll put in

    . Schedule: maybe we already included ability to work at least 20 hours per week in Requirements; but that is also schedule. However we could keep it in Requirements; but we might also create a Schedule section for "Ability to work at least 20 hours per week when needed, including any days and hours the store is in operation." and "You may have the opportunity to voluntarily work between multiple store or site locations, and across multiple brands." However the instruction: prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. So maybe we keep schedule info within Requirements or maybe create a Schedule section only if we have distinct schedule info beyond hours. The ability to work at least 20 hours per week is a requirement; the voluntary multiple store work is schedule/location flexibility. Could be part of Schedule. But we already have many sections; maybe we combine schedule info into Requirements as it's about availability. However the instruction says include a section ONLY when posting has real, specific content for it. It does have schedule info (ability to work at least 20 hours per week). So we could create a Schedule section with that sentence. But we also have that sentence in Requirements; we must not duplicate. We need to decide where to place it. The requirement list includes ability to work at least 20 hours per week; that is both a requirement and schedule. To avoid duplication, we could place it under Requirements and not create a separate Schedule section. The instruction: prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. So better to keep it under Requirements. Thus sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Pay. Now we need to ensure we removed boilerplate: EEO paragraph, AI note, careers.tailoredbrands.com line, APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ONLINE..., etc. Also remove "Our company celebrates diversity and provides equal employment opportunity..." etc. Now produce HTML. Let's craft. About the role paragraph: combine first sentences: "RETAIL STORE TAILOR—ALTERATIONS The Tailor delivers high-quality craftsmanship and ensures a perfect fit for customers through clothing alterations, measurements, fittings, and garment repairs. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong sewing and alteration abilities, and a commitment to excellence. As a key member of a high-performing team, the Tailor is expected to demonstrate reliability, accuracy, efficiency, and a strong focus on customer satisfaction. The Tailor also contributes to a positive and professional work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues and upholding company standards at all times." Make that a

    . Now Responsibilities

    • ... each essential function sentence. We need to split sentences correctly. Let's list them: 1. Efficiently perform standard alterations - including but not limited to pant hems, waist and seat adjustments, rise and tapering modifications, coat sleeves, side seams, and lower collar adjustments - in alignment with company guidelines. 2. Maintain an average of 60 minutes of productive alteration work per working hour, allowing for appropriate rest and meal periods and time for non-tailoring tasks as needed. 3. Ensure all garments meet high-quality standards, including clean finishes, secure stitching, even seams, and the removal of loose threads and pins. 4. Press garments to ensure a clean crisp finish. 5. Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace; ensure all tools and materials are properly stored and well-maintained. 6. Demonstrate proficiency with all tailor shop equipment. 7. Ensure completed work is accurately tagged, organized, and ready for customer pickup. 8. Assist with inventory management by monitoring tailoring supplies and requesting replenishment from management as needed. 9. Support front-of-house activities as needed, such as cleaning, restocking merchandise, or assisting customers. (Original: "Customer Service Support front-of-house activities as needed, such as cleaning, restocking merchandise, or assisting customers." We'll rephrase to "Support front-of-house activities as needed, such as cleaning, restocking merchandise, or assisting customers.") 10. Participate in customer consultations at the direction of management, offering guidance and recommendations on alterations and garment fit. 11. Deliver an exceptional customer experience by listening to customer needs and offering personalized solutions. 12. Adapt to changing workload priorities and scheduling needs as directed by management. 13. Share specialized tailoring knowledge and/or techniques with fellow tailors to ensure consistent quality and ongoing skill development. 14. Assist in training sales staff on tailoring fundamentals, including marking, fitting, measuring and pressing techniques. 15. Seek and respond to constructive feedback from your management team and communicate concerns or requests promptly. 16. Report any incidents, accidents, or safety hazards to the manager on duty and/or your Regional Manager. 17. Support sales staff by providing tailoring insights that enhance product knowledge and improve the customer experience. 18. Uphold standards of professional appearance and personal care. Now Requirements list items: 1. Ability to operate small tools and equipment - including, but not limited to, needles, scissors, sewing machines, and presses, with precision. 2. Ability to understand, follow, and execute detailed instructions. 3. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time. 4. Strong attention to detail to ensure all garments meet quality standards. 5. Excellent time management skills to complete each alteration efficiently within designated timeframes. 6. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally. 7. Ability to read, count, and write to complete required documentation accurately. 8. Physically able to bend, squat, lift arms overhead, and use ladders to access merchandise and supplies stored above shoulder level. 9. Ability to work at least 20 hours per week when needed, including any days and hours the store is in operation. Pay paragraph: "Pay Range: $16.00 - $24.00/hr. We take into consideration an individual’s skills, background and experience in determining final salary. Base pay information is based on market location and

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