Laundry Attendant / 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 locally including utility bills
Start: May/June 2025
Job Number: 148773