Laundry Attendant Job / Housekeeper Position
Greycoat Lumley's client are seeking a Lead Laundry Attendant and Housekeeper to join the in-house housekeeping team for their Private Estate in the Republic of Ireland.
Applicants will have worked as a high level Laundry Attendant in a private residence or had a similar role ideally in a Hotel.
The role will suit candidates who love to iron and either have or are prepared to learn a high level of fine laundry skills. They must have excellent communication skills for liaising with the hands-on Lead Housekeepers and the Estate Manager and engage in daily dialogue with the employers.
Duties Include:
* Overseeing the entire laundry process, ensuring efficiency and quality.
* Sorting, washing, drying, ironing to a high standard and folding clothing and other textile items.
* Use of roller irons for sheets
* Fabric Care: Understanding care instructions for different fabrics, including stain removal techniques and appropriate cleaning agents.
* Removing stains from items using the appropriate procedures.
* Performing minor sewing duties as required
* Develop and monitor processes and procedures for the laundry in conjunction with the Housekeepers
* Collect laundry from bedrooms and elsewhere
* Responsible for cleanliness, orderliness, and appearance of the laundry.
* Managing Inventory: Maintaining supplies of laundry detergents, sewing kits, and other necessary materials.
* Safety and Hygiene: Maintaining a clean and safe environment, adhering to health and safety regulations
* Equipment Maintenance: Ensuring all laundry equipment is in good working order and scheduling repairs as needed. Maintenance of stock of laundry supplies.
* Familiarity with cleaning detergents and laundering equipment
* Support Housekeepers when required
* Wardrobe management
Full/clean driver’s license essential.
Must be comfortable around dogs.
Salary: On application (excellent)
Days: 5 per week - a flexible approach is required with paid overtime when necessary balanced by quieter times when the family is absent.
Accommodation: Provided to a high standard locallyincluding utility bills
Start: May/June 2025
Job Number: 159332
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