Live-Out Laundress Job in Knightsbridge, London, ASAP start
A family of 4 is seeking an exceptional and detail focused Laundress to join their fully staffed household in Knightsbridge, London.
This is a new position, created following the family's move to a larger residence. The Laundress will work alongside 5 experienced Housekeepers and report into the Senior Housekeeper/Head Housekeeper.
The successful candidate will be highly skilled, confident, and discreet, with proven experience in private households, luxury hotels, or yachts. You will take full ownership of the household's laundry needs, with a meticulous approach to haute couture, luxury fabrics, fine linens, towels and everyday garments.
Duties include but not limited to:
* Full laundry service: washing, ironing, pressing, steaming
* Care of fine fabrics (couture, cashmere, silks, wool, linens)
* Shoe and leather care (cleaning, polishing, maintaining)
* Sewing, repairing, minor alterations (hems, seams, buttons)
* Seasonal wardrobe organisation & management
* Assisting with packing/unpacking for travel
* Managing dry cleaning and external garment repairs
* Working collaboratively with Housekeeping team when required
Working week:
* 5 days per week, 9 hous a day (approx. 8.30/9am - 6pm, with lunch break)
* Flexibility for weekends, overtime, and last minute changes
* Travel support (country estate, France) - staff accommodation provided where necessary
* Uniform and lunch provided
Salary:
C. £50,000 + per year depending on individual experience
This is an excellent opportunity for a professional Laundress with the highest standards to join a supportive, long standing team.
Household:
The property is a large home with a fully equipped, dedicated laundry room (Miele machines, Laurastar ironing systems, with additional facilities being installed). The environment is busy and dynamic, with frequent entertaining and an established team including Housekeepers, Nannies, Chefs, Security, Drivers, and Chief of Staff.
*Please note that we cannot guarantee a response to every application*