Shoe Shiner

Overview

Join Alaqua Country Club's Team as a Shoe Shiner, where you will bring new life to footwear and garments through expert cleaning, restoration, and finishing techniques. This role offers an exciting opportunity to combine craftsmanship with customer service, ensuring every client leaves with shoes and apparel that look impeccable and feel revitalized. Your attention to detail and passion for textile care will make a tangible difference in our customers’ daily lives, elevating their style and confidence.

Responsibilities

Perform shoe cleaning, polishing, and cosmetic restoration to restore shoes to a pristine condition. Conduct steam pressing on footwear and garments to achieve crisp, professional finishes. Carry out textile cleaning tasks including dry cleaning, laundry, and fabric care to maintain garment quality. Execute garment repairs such as stitching, sewing machine work, and textile alterations to extend the lifespan of clothing. Apply textile and garment construction techniques for minor repairs or adjustments. Utilize shoe repair skills for heel replacement, sole renewal, and other minor fixes. Provide exceptional customer service by explaining cleaning processes, offering care advice, and ensuring satisfaction with each visit.

Experience

Prior experience in shoe shining, textile cleaning, or garment repair is preferred but not required; training will be provided for motivated candidates. Knowledge of fabric care principles including stain removal, fabric preservation, and cosmetic restoration techniques. Familiarity with sewing machines, stitching methods, and textile alterations enhances your ability to deliver high-quality results. Basic math skills are necessary for measuring materials and calculating costs or adjustments accurately. Strong attention to detail combined with excellent customer service skills ensures a positive experience for every client.

Join us in delivering outstanding footwear and garment care that combines craftsmanship with customer delight!

Pay: $23.84 - $28.71 per hour

Work Location: In person