Be part of the Lyme Bay Holidays family - Making unforgettable memories in beautiful Devon
* Salary: Up to £23,810 per annum
* Hours: 37.5 per week, Mon-Sat, 9am-5.30pm (with a weekday off)
* Location: Our friendlyColyton, Devon office with regular travel
About the Role:
We're looking for a dedicated Laundry Operative to join our Colyton, Devon team, a key player in keeping our properties guest-ready You'll handle the smooth running of our laundry and housekeeping operations, delivering clean linen, conducting property checks, and liaising with our self-employed cleaners.
What You'll Do:
* Pack and deliver freshly laundered linen to properties and hubs
* Collect and manage soiled linen, keeping everything organised and ready for the laundry
* Prepare linen for weekly property departures and check inventory
* Assist with property inspections and spot any housekeeping issues
* Support our cleaners and suppliers, providing practical feedback
* Occasionally lend a hand with property checks or minor housekeeping tasks
* Keep stock levels under control and order items ahead of time
* Work closely with the Housekeeping & Laundry Manager to keep operations running smoothly
If you enjoy keeping things organised, noticing the details others might miss, and being part of a supportive team, this could be the perfect role for you.
What You'll Bring:
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
* Calmness under pressure and a flexible approach to tasks
* Full, clean driving licence
Bonus points if you have laundry or housekeeping experience, strong IT skills for stock and inventory management, excellent communication skills, or a willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Who Are Lyme Bay Holidays?
Lyme Bay Holidays, part of Sykes Holiday Cottages, has been creating memorable holidays along the stunning World Heritage Coast for over 40 years. From Lyme Regis to the rolling hills of Devon, we manage a diverse mix of holiday homes, all backed by the personal, friendly service our guests know and love.
We're passionate about delivering exceptional holiday experiences, supporting our team, and making a positive impact on our local community and environment.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
At Lyme Bay Holidays & Sykes, we believe in doing right by our people:
* Performance bonus - up to 5% of salary
* 33 days holiday (including bank hols) + extra days with long service
* Your birthday off just because
* Two paid volunteering days each year
* Proud to be a BCorp - we care about people & planet
* Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave (24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at 100% pay)
* Generous discounts on stays for you, family & friends
* Employee savings scheme
* 24/7 mental health support and health cash plan
* Loads of training & development opportunities
We're all about diversity, inclusion, and bringing your authentic self to work. Need adjustments for the recruitment process? Just ask, our team is happy to help.
Apply now and become an essential part of Coast and Country Cottages, helping make every guest arrival seamless and memorable