Laundry & Wardrobe Manager

The Peninsula London is seeking to hire an experienced Laundry and Wardrobe Manager. Working alongside the Executive Housekeeper, and the Director of Rooms. This role will responsible for the hotel's linen, guest laundry and staff uniforms, working in close collaboration with the outsourced laundry operator, and supporting the Residences with any laundry and linen needs. The Laundry & Wardrobe manager will provide leadership, direction, and support to all laundry employees to develop a highly motivated team who can deliver high sustainable standards of service in all areas. 

• An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London
• Market-leading remuneration, service charge, and attractive benefits
• Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team

Key accountabilities

• Manage the quality and upkeep of all the hotel's linen, including F&B linen and uniforms. Ensure cleanliness before issuing, and manage any soiled, stained or damaged linen. 
• Manage the guest requests for laundry to the highest quality and service standards. 
• Manage the hotel's uniforms, its quality, issuance program and inventory. 
• Oversee the cleanliness and organisation of all Laundry/ Valet related areas. Implement and ensure the maintenance of the laundry, its policies, and procedures. Ensure safe work practices in liaison with engineering. 
• Manage the relationship and the contract with the outsourced laundry company, holding regular meetings with meeting minutes, call to action and follow up, to ensure quality and to minimize discrepancies. 
• Create a Laundry Program to assist with generating revenue and minimizing cost. 
• Oversee the relationship with contractors, such as chemical suppliers and outsourced laundry companies to ensure quality and cost control where necessary.
• Involved in hiring, developing, motivating, supervising, and coaching a diverse Laundry/Valet Team.

General requirements

• Require minimum 3 years' experience as Laundry Manager within within luxury hotels.
• Strong financial acumen; able to create revenue streams and cost control.
• People leader and trainer having prior experience managing diverse teams.
• Self-starter, with exceptional problem-solving and organisational skills.

We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.

Ideally situated in the heart of Belgravia, with views over Hyde Park Corner and Wellington Arch, The Peninsula London occupies one of the city’s most prestigious addresses. The newly built hotel, impeccably designed to harmonise with surrounding heritage buildings is just moments away from the city’s most iconic attractions, including Three Royal Parks, Buckingham Palace, Harrods, and Big Ben. Its 190 light-filled guest rooms and suites have been exquisitely designed by Peter Marino; its gathering spaces include several world-class restaurants and bars, including Brooklands helmed by Michelin-starred Chef Director Claude Bosi; the idyllic Peninsula Spa, and a luxury retail arcade.