Linen Porter | Another Place - The Machrie | Laundry,
Housekeeping
Wild
coastlines, big skies and a close-knit island community set the rhythm of
daily life on Islay. The roll of waves, breeze-blown dune grasses, and call of
seabirds make up a rich island soundtrack. It’s a haven for people who live
and breathe the outdoors. Exhilarating and revitalising, vibrant and relaxed -
the wonder of the wilds here is limitless.
Set
within this captivating landscape lies Another Place – The Machrie.
Originating from the Gaelic term ‘machair’, meaning ‘the linking stretch of
land that joins the grassy dunes with the shoreline’, The Machrie offers
elevated comforts and unforgettable experiences.
Our Linen Porter role:
We’re
looking for lively, practical, and attentive Linen Porter to join our laundry
team. You’ll play a vital role within our housekeeping department and will
work under the supervision of our Head Housekeeper, alongside our Housekeeping
Supervisors and Assistants, to ensure our
guests experience a seamless, elegant, and enjoyable stay.
You’ll be confident working behind the scenes, warm
and friendly with everyone you meet, and will understand the importance of the
work you do. You’ll also be responsible for the distribution, collection, and
management of linen throughout the hotel and will ensure that sheets,
restaurant linen and towels are maintained and provided for.
It’s
our ongoing commitment to high standards of hygiene and cleanliness that makes our hotel feel fresh, vital, and
life-giving. You’ll be at the heart of our housekeeping team, providing clean
team uniforms for relevant departments, and contributing to the ongoing
wellbeing of our team and guests.
This is a seasonal position from February to September with the freedom to experience everything life at The Machrie offers.
As our Linen Porter you’ll be:
* Distributing
clean linens (sheets, towels, uniforms, table cloths, napkins) to
designated areas.
* Collaborating
with the housekeeping team to ensure that all linen needs are met.
* Ensuring
that all linens meet hygiene and quality standards.
* Collecting
linens from collection points and transporting them to the laundry area
for cleaning.
* Following
all safety protocols for heavy loads and the operation of laundry carts.
* Responsible
for keeping linen cupboards clean, organised, stocked and tidy.
* Reviewing
stock levels and sorting linens by type.
* Tracking
linen supplies and reporting any shortages to your line manager.
* Participating
in linen restocking (as needed).
* Ensuring
that only the highest quality of linens is circulated within the hotel
and removing damaged linen for repair or disposal.
* Creating
a welcoming environment so that guests always find clean and inviting
accommodation.
* Keeping
corridors clean and clutter-free.
* Following
all health and safety, manual handling and COSHH procedures.
* Using
appropriate PPE when handling relevant linens and chemicals to prevent
cross-contamination.
* Working
together as part of our committed, efficient and dynamic team.
The skills you’ll be sharing with us:
* A
good level of physical fitness with the ability to lift, carry, and
transport heavy linen loads and carts
* Knowledge
of hygiene protocols, safety, and infection control (ideally within
healthcare environments)
* A
strong attention to detail
* Previous
experience in a similar role (training will also be provided)
* Happy
working under your own supervision as well as part of a team.
* Ability
to work on own initiative
* Excellent
time management skills
* Experience
of housekeeping/laundry in a similar role
* A
genuine care for our team and our wider community and environment
* A
valid driving licence and your own transport (essential)
Joining
our team means being part of a community that values excellence, innovation,
and kindness in everything we do. Our commitment to our team is reflected in
our exceptional working environment - one that promotes a work-life balance
with ongoing professional development.
In return for your enthusiasm and commitment, you’ll find yourself in a supportive group of likeminded people with a shared outlook on life - where friendship, connection, flexibility, variety and challenge make every working day worthwhile.
Additional experience you’ll need:
* Previous experience of island
living, or equivalent (desirable).
* A valid driving
licence, and relevant driving experience (essential).
* Hobbies
or interests in the following areas: the outdoors, outdoor instructing,
writing, natural history, geology, marine science, animal science,
photography, and documentary filmmaking, or equivalent (desirable).
Life at Another Place – The Machrie
On
Islay, The Machrie embraces all-season island living. With long winters,
limited entertainment, and few distractions, it requires an appreciation and
resilience for rural life.
Due
to the hotel’s remote location, you will require a valid driving license and
access to a personal vehicle. We also offer team accommodation within same-sex
residences (where possible).
As
a team, we work together to deliver memorable moments for our guests to
immerse themselves in the vibrancy of island living, and it’s our strong sense
of community and our wider connection to the residents and natural beauty of
Islay, that allows us to offer a space where outdoor living and indoor
comforts coalesce – where both guests, locals, and team can rest, play, work,
gather, and make the most of what matters.
What we’ll offer you in return:
* A
relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – Islay ‘the
queen’ of the Hebridean archipelago off the West Coast of Scotland
* A
welcoming team of like minds, eager to support and encourage each other
* Accommodation
(as required, dependent on availability)
* Excellent
career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
* An Islay Living Allowance provided for team members
residing off-site
* Use
of our Championship Links Golf Course (7,000 yards from the back
trees, rated one of the world's top 100), regardless of ability
* Special
rates for you and your friends & family to stay at Another Place –
The Machrie, Another Place – The Lake, SeaSpace, and Watergate Bay
Hotels
* Discounts
for you and your friends & family to eat at our variety of
restaurants (including 18 Restaurant and Bar)
* Team
social events throughout the year
* Team
assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on
topics from mental health through to managing your finances
From
discounted stays to training and development opportunities, we're all about
helping our team achieve their personal and professional goals. With
far-reaching views stretching across the golf links and Laggan Bay, you’ll
never be short on inspiration. Life at Another Place isn't just a job - it's a
transformative career opportunity.
If
you come alive in nature and have a genuine desire to expand your hospitality
skills in a location where your attitude and experience truly matter, Another
Place - The Machrie is the place for you.
If you would
love to join us as our Linen Porter, apply now and be part of our journey at
Another Place – The Machrie, a wonderful place to work.