Furniture Upholsterer

About the job

Are you an experienced Furniture Upholsterer who takes real pride in the quality of your work?

Would you prefer working on varied, bespoke furniture rather than producing the same pieces every day?

Bibi Contracts is a growing bespoke furniture manufacturing and upholstery company looking for an experienced Furniture Upholsterer to join our small, close-knit workshop team near Kimpton, Hitchin.

What's in It for You?

£15.00 – £18.00 per hour, depending on experience

Full-time, permanent position

Monday-Friday working

Regular daytime hours

Free on-site parking

Varied bespoke furniture projects

Friendly, close-knit working environment

Opportunity to develop your skills and take on more responsibility

The chance to see projects through from workshop production to finished installation

About the Role

This is a hands-on workshop position producing bespoke furniture for hospitality, commercial and residential clients.

You could be working on restaurant booths and banquette seating one day and bespoke sofas, chairs or other made-to-measure furniture the next.

You will work closely with our carpentry and preparation team, using drawings, measurements and specifications to produce furniture to a high standard.

We are looking for someone who can work confidently and independently while also enjoying being part of a small team.

What You'll Be Doing

Upholster bespoke sofas, chairs, booths, banquette seating and other furniture

Carry out re-upholstery and refurbishment work

Measure, cut and prepare fabric, foam and other upholstery materials

Stitch and prepare components using an industrial sewing machine

Work accurately from drawings, measurements and specifications

Use upholstery tools and machinery safely and effectively

Check completed work and maintain high-quality standards

Work closely with carpenters and other workshop colleagues

Keep your work area clean, safe and organised

Work efficiently to meet project deadlines

Occasionally assist with deliveries and installations at client sites

What We're Looking For

Previous professional furniture upholstery experience

Experience using an industrial sewing machine

Confidence working independently on bespoke furniture

Strong knowledge of upholstery techniques, tools and materials

Experience working with different fabrics and foams

Excellent attention to detail

Pride in producing a high-quality finish

The ability to work accurately from measurements and drawings

Good communication and teamwork skills

A reliable and organised approach

The ability to safely lift and handle furniture and materials

Your own reliable transport due to the rural workshop location

Willingness to complete a practical upholstery assessment as part of the interview process

Desirable Experience

High-end or luxury furniture

Restaurant booths or banquette seating

Commercial or hospitality furniture

Basic carpentry or furniture frame assembly

About Bibi Contracts

Bibi Contracts manufactures and upholsters bespoke furniture for hospitality, commercial and residential clients.

We are a small and friendly team, which means you won't be one person among hundreds or simply another part of a production line.

You will work closely with the wider workshop team, have visibility of the projects you are working on and see your furniture develop from initial production through to the finished piece.

As the business continues to grow, there will also be opportunities to develop your skills and take on greater responsibility.

Location & Hours

Near Kimpton, Hitchin, Hertfordshire

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm.

40 hours per week.

Due to the rural workshop location, your own reliable transport is required.

Occasional work at client sites may also be required.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced upholsterer who enjoys producing high-quality bespoke furniture and wants to join a small team where your work is genuinely valued, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and details of your previous upholstery experience.

If available, we would also be interested in seeing photographs or a portfolio of your previous work, particularly examples of bespoke furniture, stitching or commercial upholstery.