Team leader, Valet Laundry
(14234)
SIRO Boka Place is more than a hotel – it’s a movement; a global lifestyle brand where world-class wellbeing meets exceptional hospitality – through a combination of state-of-the-art fitness, nutrition, sleep, recovery, and mindfulness facilities in purpose-designed destination hotels. Our hotels empower guests to unlock peak mental and physical performance, no matter who they are, or what they’re striving to achieve. We realise exceptional, immersive lifestyle destinations where you can live without compromise.
Nestled between pristine blue Adriatic waters and mountains of conserved greenery, SIRO Boka Place, Montenegro offers coastal city charm and boundless opportunity. Unlock your potential and embark on a new adventure as part of a community passionate about fitness and wellbeing.
Job Description
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1. Position Details
- Position Team Leader, Laundry
- Level TL
- Department Laundry
- Reports to Assistant Manager Laundry, Manager Laundry
- Subordinates Shop Attendant, Attendants Laundry, Driver
2. Job Details & Requirements
Job Summary
Lead the laundry service at our upscale establishment, ensuring impeccable care and service for guests' high-end clothing and delicate fabrics. Supervise and inspire a dedicated team of laundry attendants to uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, precision, and customer satisfaction. Collaborate closely with hotel management and front desk teams to deliver a seamless and luxurious laundry experience that exceeds expectations, particularly for high-end customers and designer clothing.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee daily laundry operations to ensure the timely and accurate processing of guests' high-end and delicate garments, as well as managing commercial laundry services.
- Coordinate workflow to meet service delivery schedules and guests' requirements, ensuring the careful handling of designer and luxury clothing.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels of laundry supplies and chemicals to laundry service.
- Manage manpower balance in the commercial laundry unit and monitor workflow.
- Assist in developing and implementing operational policies and procedures for valet laundry services, emphasizing delicate and high-end garment care.
- Supervise the maintenance and repair of laundry equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Conduct daily briefings to update the team on daily workflow, prioritize operational challenges, and assign tasks.
- Coordinate with maintenance personnel or external vendors for regular servicing and urgent repairs of valet laundry equipment.
- Train new laundry attendants on task assignment procedures, cleanliness standards, and guest service expectations specific to high-end and delicate clothing.
- Assist in scheduling shifts and handle day off requests of team members, ensuring fair and balanced coverage.
- Conduct performance reviews for assigned colleagues and provide coaching and corrective performance discussions as needed.
- Train staff on the usage of laundry software programs and ensure proficiency among team members.
- Provide support and assistance to attendants as needed, especially during busy periods or when handling challenging tasks.
- Be available during the finishing process of high-end and designer garments to ensure quality and attention to detail.
- Ensure strict adherence to health and safety protocols, including proper use and care of cleaning agents, equipment, and machines, to maintain a safe and efficient valet laundry operation.
- Ensure the Lost and Found procedure is always adhered to.
- Maintain records of all received laundry and garment items, along with other required paperwork, to ensure precise inventory management and prevent any discrepancies.
- Maintain strong relationships with hotel and private home guests, addressing their needs and concerns promptly.
- Conduct regular inspections to uphold quality standards and address any deviations promptly.
- Assist in other tasks in the department & hotel when requested by the Assistant Manager or Laundry Manager.
- Engage in mandatory job-specific training sessions and actively participate in team events to foster a collaborative and knowledgeable work environment.
- Demonstrate flexibility in shift schedules, adapting to fluctuating business demands and operational needs.
3. EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Must hold a Diploma in Hospitality management or have extensive experience in high-end designer clothing and valet laundry.
- Fluent in spoken and written English; proficiency in any additional foreign languages is a plus.
- Must be skilled in performing the role of Team Leader, with experience managing a team of 20 or more staff.
- Minimum of two years of experience in a premier laundry, preferably in a Team Leader or equivalent role.
Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.