Linen & Laundry Specialist

Forge Holiday Group Ltd; Colyton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme linked to company 

Generous holiday allowance

Birthday day off

Pension scheme

Spark health and wellbeing platform

Employee savings scheme

Job summary

Lyme Bay Holidays, part of Sykes Holiday Cottages, is seeking a dedicated Laundry Operative to ensure our laundry and housekeeping run smoothly across properties in Colyton. You’ll work closely with cleaners to keep guest-ready linen and facilities, addressing issues promptly and professionally.

You’ll need to multitask, stay organised and collaborate effectively to uphold our high standards and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Calm under pressure, flexible and adaptable.
• Good numerical skills and ability to use initiative.
• Full, clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day laundry operations and liaise with suppliers.
• Count and check freshly laundered linen; record shortfalls or rejects.
• Deliver clean linen using fleet vehicles when required.
• Conduct property inspections, corrective cleaning, and special requests.
• Prepare linen for weekly departures and maintain stock levels.
• Manage soiled linen, keeping the area tidy before collection by suppliers.
• Provide practical feedback to support departmental performance.
• Promote excellent customer service to guests and owners.
• Undertake any additional duties within the scope of the role as requested.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Numerical skills

Initiative

Job description

Lyme Bay Holidays, part of Sykes Holiday Cottages, is seeking a dedicated Laundry Operative to ensure our laundry and housekeeping run smoothly across properties in Colyton. You’ll work closely with cleaners to keep guest-ready linen and facilities, addressing issues promptly and professionally.

You’ll need to multitask, stay organised and collaborate effectively to uphold our high standards and guest satisfaction.