Laundry Assistant

The Lensbury; Twickenham; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Drinks on shift

Staff discounts

Gym access

Swimming pool access

Employee assistance program

Online benefits portal

Apprenticeship opportunities

Training and development

Staff awards

Cycle to work

Free parking

Refer a Friend

28 days leave

Job summary

The Lensbury is seeking a cheerful and reliable Laundry Assistant to join our dedicated and supportive team at a unique venue on the River Thames. You will operate washing and drying machines, manage linen, and support housekeeping with a focus on safety and efficiency.

We offer full training, opportunities to use leisure facilities, and a range of staff benefits. A reliable timekeeper with good teamwork will thrive in this role within our 156-bedroom hotel and resort setting.

Qualifications

• Must have working knowledge of laundry
• Manual handling is a key requirement of the role.
• Previous experience of working with laundry presses is an advantage.
• Good Health & Safety knowledge in chemical use and general risk awareness
• Reliable and good timekeeper with excellent teamwork

Responsibilities

• Operating the washing and drying machines
• Organisation of linen including storage, folding and ironing as necessary
• General cleaning duties in the laundry, washing floors and general tidying
• Assist with general housekeeping duties throughout the Housekeeping department
• Good Health & Safety awareness, training will be given in chemical requirements

Job description

Laundry Assistant

Come and work with a dedicated, friendly, supportive team at this unique venue within beautiful surroundings. We are looking for a cheerful, reliable, motivated laundry assistant.

About us

Part of Iconic Hotels and Resorts, The Lensbury is located on the Banks of the River Thames at Teddington and is home to an exclusive leisure club, a 156 bedroom hotel, meeting and events space, restaurant and bar, Spa and 25 acres of gardens and grounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating the washing and drying machines
• Organisation of linen including storage, folding and ironing as necessary.
• General cleaning duties in the laundry, washing floors and general tidying.
• Assist with general housekeeping duties throughout the Housekeeping department
• Good Health & Safety awareness, training will be given in chemical requirements.

What we are looking for?

• Manual handling is a key requirement of the role.
• Must have working knowledge of laundry
• Previous experience of working with laundry presses is an advantage.
• Good Health & Safety knowledge in chemical use and general risk awareness
• Reliable and good timekeeper with excellent teamwork

Benefits

• Free meal every shift including unlimited hot and cold drinks in the on-site canteen
• Discounts at The Lensbury and across some L+R hotels worldwide
• Use of some leisure facilities, including gym & swimming pool (after successful 30 day review)
• EAP for you and your family, including 24/7 helpline
• Online benefits portal offering lots of discounts across some major brands
• Fully funded Apprenticeship opportunities
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Staff Awards and Social events throughout the year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Refer a Friend programme
• Paid annual leave of 28 days including public holidays