Laundry Team Leader

Rixos Hotels; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rixos Hotels in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Laundry Team Leader to support the Laundry Supervisor in daily operations, ensuring premium cleanliness and guest service.

You will lead workflow, operate washers, extractors, dryers and ironers, train attendants and apply stain removal techniques to achieve high standards.

This role requires safety discipline, team motivation, manual handling readiness and the ability to work across a 7‑day rotating roster in a fast‑paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Team Leader, Supervisor or Senior Washman in a hotel laundry
• Hands-on experience operating industrial washers, extractors, dryers and flatwork ironers
• Advanced knowledge of stain identification and chemical stain-removal techniques
• Demonstrated ability to train, motivate and manage a diverse team
• Strong commitment to safety, hygiene and quality control
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work varying shifts across a 7-day rotating roster

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations: coordinate workflow, assign tasks and meet production targets
• Operate and oversee industrial equipment: washers, extractors, dryers and flatwork ironers
• Train and develop attendants in sorting, fabric care, chemical handling and stain removal
• Perform stain removal and apply appropriate chemical treatments
• Inspect finished items to ensure premium cleanliness and presentation
• Manage linen logistics: trolley preparation, distribution and stock control
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised laundry area

Skills

Team leadership

Stain removal

Safety compliance

Staff training

Fabric care

Manual handling

Shift flexibility

Tools

Industrial washers

Extractors

Dryers

Flatwork ironers

Job description

Company Description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Company Description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, hands‑on Laundry Team Leader to support the Laundry Supervisor in managing daily laundry operations. This role combines technical expertise in stain removal and chemical handling with practical leadership to ensure efficient production, consistent quality and a safe working environment that underpins exceptional guest service.

• Lead daily operations: coordinate workflow, assign tasks and meet production targets
• Operate and oversee industrial equipment: washers, extractors, dryers and flatwork ironers
• Train and develop attendants in sorting, fabric care, chemical handling and stain removal
• Perform stain removal and apply appropriate chemical treatments
• Inspect finished items to ensure premium cleanliness and presentation
• Manage linen logistics: trolley preparation, distribution and stock control
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised laundry area

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Team Leader, Supervisor or Senior Washman in a commercial or hotel laundry
• Hands‑on experience operating industrial washers, extractors, dryers and flatwork ironers
• Advanced knowledge of stain identification and chemical stain‑removal techniques
• Demonstrated ability to train, motivate and manage a diverse team
• Strong commitment to safety, hygiene and quality control
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling tasks in a fast‑paced environment
• Flexibility to work varying shifts across a 7‑day rotating roster