Laundry Manager

Company description

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Job description

Direct all areas of laundry in the requirements of the hotel in both daily and long-term operations.

Directly responsible for the administration and maintenance of an effective and continuous training program for all laundry staff.

Develop standard operating procedures for new tasks or procedures and document all procedures.

Liaise with the executive housekeeper daily to ensure there is a full understanding of the requirements of the laundry department, particularly during peak occupancy periods.

Co-operate with the food and beverage manager to ensure that adequate supplies of linen are available at all times and presentation is of the standard required.

Carry out regular checks in the food and beverage outlets to ensure the presentation of linen is at the required standard.

Check the quality of guest laundry and dry cleaning on a regular basis.

Check all equipment regularly to ensure that it is properly maintained and in good working order.

Prepare maintenance requisitions and maintain an efficient follow-up file to ensure that equipment does not fall into disrepair.

Ensure that adequate quantities of laundry and dry cleaning supplies are maintained; check incoming orders, supplies, and equipment.

Prepare all necessary reports for the executive housekeeper; prepare monthly reports of the operations of the department.

Stay well informed of all new laundry and dry cleaning products, systems, and new equipment available for possible improvement of quality and service.

Make a comparison of cost of products used with comparable products.

Schedule staff roster to reflect the projected occupancy and business activity to ensure operating efficiency, consistent with good service and quality.

Ensure guest laundry, dry cleaning, and pressing is completed according to department standards and procedures.

Post bills accurately and in a timely manner.

Process all departmental paperwork.

Keep strict control and record of items sent for laundering by staff members.

Assist executive housekeeper in assessing team members’ attendance and performance.

Qualifications

Preferably have 1–2 years' experience in the same position

Good oral proficiency in English language

Solid understanding of hygiene standards and laundry operational procedures

Prior experience working with Opera or a related system

Service oriented with an eye for detail

Ability to work effectively and contribute in a team

Self-motivated and energetic

Must be well-presented and professionally groomed at all times

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