Mildred Masaya

Mildred Masaya

Tailor — Hospitality Uniform, Linen & Guest Garment Specialist
UAE
English
+971 526570958

About Me

Tailor with over 20 years of experience in garment construction, alterations, uniform maintenance, linen repair, curtain sewing and fabric care. Skilled in repairing and altering uniforms, bed linen, towels, bathrobes, t…

Experience

Head of Department — Cleaning, Sewing, Laundry

Mapungubwe Private Game Reserve, South Africa · Fujairah , Fujayrah , United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Jan 2022 - Present · 4 years 6 months

Led the cleaning, sewing and laundry department, producing uniforms, curtains, bed linen, duvets and African garments and accessories for the lodge's curio shop. Designed and produced lodge materials including napkins, bedding, table cloths and other guest-facing accessories. Supported the housekeeping team with supply restocking, area cleaning and machinery maintenance. Assigned housekeeping staff to shifts and room blocks based on ability and daily requirements, and developed detailed housekeeping standards for guest rooms and common areas. Built and maintained a comprehensive inventory system to track equipment and supplies. Increased staff performance through supervision and structured training.

Sewing School Teacher

Mapungubwe Skills School, South Africa
Jan 2014 - Dec 2020 · 6 years 11 months

Taught garment construction, fashion and tailoring techniques to students of varying skill levels using a range of instructional strategies.
Trained seamstresses to enhance their abilities and collaborated with management to define clear learning objectives.
Designed lesson plans, workshops and interactive activities to meet course goals and maximise student learning.
Maintained sewing machines and equipment in good working order for classroom use.

Tailor

TTU Clothing
Jan 2000 - Jan 2009 · 9 years

Tailor — Private VIP Household

Crown Prince Palace, Fujairah, UAE · Fujairah , Fujayrah , United Arab Emirates (UAE)
May 2024 - May 2026 · 2 years

Repaired and altered staff uniforms to consistently high presentation standards in a high-expectation VIP environment. Repaired bed linen, towels, bathrobes, curtains and other household fabric items. Performed hemming, zip replacements, button sewing and garment alterations across a wide range of fabrics. Assisted with uniform checking, sorting and distribution, supporting smooth day-to-day operations. Completed minor alterations and repairs for VIP guest garments with discretion and precision. Maintained sewing machines and kept the work area clean, organised and ready for high-volume turnaround. Worked closely with Laundry and Housekeeping departments to coordinate repair and turnaround schedules. Conducted quality inspections before items were returned to service.

Skills

Uniform Repairs & Alterations Linen & Fabric Repairs Guest Garment Alterations Hemming Zip Replacement Button Sewing Curtain Hemming Curtain Repairs Fabric Inventory Awareness Industrial Sewing Machines Quality Control Inspection Staff Training Supervision Team Collaboration OH&S Compliance Attention to Detail Problem Solving Garment Construction Fashion Tailoring Techniques Lesson Planning Workshop Facilitation Interactive Activities Machine Maintenance Inventory Systems Housekeeping Standards Supply Restocking Cleaning Laundry Operations
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