Daily Launrdress - Mayfair, Central London
Daily Launrdress - Mayfair, Central London
Job Reference KHS00XX431
Added : 08/10/2025
Expiry : 05/11/2025
Professional Laundress / Wardrobe Care Specialist £50,000
A prestigious private household in London is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Laundress / Wardrobe Care Specialist to manage all aspects of clothing and textile care. This is an excellent opportunity for a discreet, highly organised professional with a passion for fine garments and meticulous standards.
Responsibilities:
- Sort laundry by colour, fabric type, and care requirements
- Wash clothing, linens, towels, and delicates according to care labels
- Hand-wash specialty items such as silk, lace, and cashmere
- Pre-treat stains using appropriate methods and products
- Iron, steam, or press garments as required
- Fold and neatly store laundry in designated areas
- Organise wardrobes, drawers, and closets by season, owner, or function
- Check clothing for loose buttons, broken zippers, or minor damage
- Perform basic mending and coordinate complex repairs with a tailor or dry cleaner
- Maintain an inventory of luxury and delicate garments
- Handle high-end clothing and fabrics with specialist techniques
- Clean and properly store outerwear, hats, gloves, and scarves
- Maintain tidy and organised linen closets
- Use specified laundry detergents and fabric softeners, including eco-friendly or hypoallergenic products
- Clean and maintain laundry machines, irons, and steamers
- Report supply needs or maintenance issues to the House Manager
- Prioritise urgent laundry requests (e.g. event or travel preparations)
- Coordinate with housekeepers and House Manager for household events or guest stays
- Unpack suitcases, ensuring garments are cleaned, wrinkle-free, and properly stored
- Report any missing or damaged items promptly
- Handle intimate and personal items discreetly
- Always respect the employer’s privacy and clothing preferences
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a similar role within a private household or luxury environment
- In-depth knowledge of garment care, stain removal, fabric types, and care labels
- High attention to detail and organisational skills
- Discretion, professionalism, and respect for confidentiality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a household team
- Flexible and responsive to changing priorities
- Fluent in English
If you are an experienced Laundress looking for a new role, please email us your CV today.
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We act as an employment agency for this role. Knightsbridge Household Staff specialise in domestic staff recruitment. If you are already registered with us please contact your consultant directly. Due to the large number of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to them all individually.