EXPERIENCED LAUNDRESS REQUIRED FOR A UHNW HOME IN MAYFAIR
EXPERIENCED LAUNDRESS REQUIRED FOR A UHNW HOME IN MAYFAIR
A highly experienced and detail-oriented Laundress is required to take full responsibility for the care of clothing and household linens within a prestigious private residence in Central London. The role is focused on laundry and garment care.
The ideal candidate will bring exceptional fabric care knowledge, strong time management skills, and the discretion expected when working within a high-profile household. Responsibilities include overseeing the entire laundry process — from sorting, washing, and drying to pressing, folding, and storing garments and linens to the highest standard. Items must be carefully categorised, with expert knowledge applied to delicate and specialist materials. Ironing and finishing must consistently meet impeccable standards, ensuring all items are beautifully presented and ready to wear.
The successful candidate will take ownership of the laundry, managing their own schedule and workload efficiently. You will work closely with the household’s Wardrobe Manager to ensure all garments are cared for appropriately and always ready for wear. A key part of the role will involve managing a high volume of children’s laundry, handling delicate fabrics, and carrying out basic mending and repairs where needed.
Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm with an hour’s break, though flexibility to work weekends when required is essential.
DUTIES TO INCLUDE:
- Full management of all laundry, including washing, drying, pressing, folding, and storing
- clothing and linens
- Handling delicate and high-value garments using specialist techniques and products
- Managing a high volume of children’s laundry with precision and care
- Performing basic mending and repairs on clothing items
- Liaising with the Wardrobe Manager to coordinate garment care
- Identifying and treating stains appropriately
- Maintaining high organisation within the laundry room
- Providing occasional assistance to the housekeeping team
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
- Proven experience as a Laundress within a private household, with strong laundry and garment care experience
- In-depth knowledge of fabric care, including delicate and specialist items
- Excellent time management and ability to work independently
- Reliable, discreet, and highly professional
- Positive and proactive attitude
- Flexibility to work weekends when required
- Right to live and work in the UK
- Proven longevity in previous roles
- Fantastic checkable references and a current or willing-to-obtain DBS check
- Excellent spoken English and strong communication skills
