Chanel Alterations Specialist
- Location
- San DiegoCaliforniaUSA
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an independent French maison celebrated for haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods and beauty. Renowned for exacting standards of craftsmanship and discreet, personalized client service, Chanel operates ateliers and boutiques globally and cultivates a culture that prizes artisan expertise and heritage-driven innovation.
Chanel — Alterations Specialist, Westfield UTC San Diego. Couture tailoring and in-store fittings role for high-end clientele.
Role & Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality garment alterations and repairs to couture and ready-to-wear pieces, including hemming, resizing, re-lining and structural adjustments.
- Conduct in-store fittings and consultations with clients and client advisors to determine required changes, timelines and pricing.
- Operate and maintain industrial sewing machines, overlockers/sergers and pressing/steaming equipment to Chanel quality standards.
- Execute hand-finishing and couture techniques to preserve garment integrity and brand aesthetics.
- Manage alteration orders, maintain accurate workroom records and ensure timely delivery of finished garments.
- Collaborate closely with store management and clienteling teams to prioritise urgent requests and deliver exceptional, discreet client service.
- Inspect finished work for quality assurance and apply corrective action when necessary; uphold strict cleanliness and safety standards in the workroom.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years’ professional experience in tailoring, garment alterations or couture work; luxury retail or atelier experience preferred.
- Proven proficiency with industrial sewing machines, overlockers/sergers and hand-sewing couture techniques.
- Excellent eye for detail, precision in measurement and strong garment construction knowledge.
- Professional client-facing manner with the ability to advise on fit and finish while maintaining client confidentiality.
- Ability to manage multiple alteration jobs, prioritize workloads and meet deadlines in a high-volume retail environment.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years of hands-on tailoring or alterations experience; prior work in a luxury, couture or high-end retail environment is strongly preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; formal training or certification in tailoring, dressmaking or fashion technology preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in San Diego, California, USA.
Culture
Chanel fosters a atelier-style culture that emphasises artisanal excellence, meticulous attention to detail and quiet professionalism. The workplace values craftsmanship, personalized client service and the continuity of traditional couture techniques within a global luxury retail environment.
About Cerulean
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