Overview
Upholsterer – Hospitality & Commercial Furniture Jobs in Tempe, AZ at FF LLC
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Upholsterer with experience in commercial furniture and restaurant seating. This role focuses on building and reupholstering booths, banquettes, barstools, chairs, and custom seating for high-end hospitality projects.
This is a hands-on production role requiring speed, precision, and an understanding of durable, commercial-grade upholstery.
Key Responsibilities
- Upholster and reupholster:
- Restaurant booths and banquettes
- Barstools and dining chairs
- Lounge seating and custom furniture
- Outdoor patio cushions and seating
- Work from:
- Shop drawings
- Material specifications
- Production schedules
- Measure, cut, and install materials with precision
- Build and install foam packages (multi-density, commercial-grade)
- Perform pattern matching and material layout optimization
- Work with materials including:
- Luxury vinyl (hospitality-grade)
- Leather and faux leather
- Commercial woven fabrics
- Outdoor fabrics (Sunbrella or equivalent)
- Upholster complex shapes (curved booths, channel backs, etc.)
- Maintain consistent quality across production runs
- Collaborate with carpentry team on booth frames and builds
- Repair and modify existing furniture as needed
Required Skills & Experience
- 3–5+ years of professional upholstery experience (commercial preferred)
- Experience with restaurant booths and high-use furniture strongly preferred
- Proficiency with upholstery tools and techniques
- Understanding of:
- Foam selection and cushion build-up
- Proper tensioning and finishing
- Durable construction methods for high-traffic use
- Ability to work efficiently in a production environment
- Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship
Compensation (Phoenix Market)
- $20 – $30 per hour depending on experience
Additional:
- Overtime opportunities
- Performance-based bonuses
- Growth into Lead Upholsterer role
What We’re Looking For
Someone who:
- Produces clean, tight, consistent upholstery
- Works efficiently without sacrificing quality
- Understands commercial durability standards
- Shows up reliable and ready to produce
Pay: $20.00 – $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Title: Upholsterer – Hospitality & Commercial Furniture
Company: FF LLC
Location: Tempe, AZ
