Assistant Laundry Manager

About the role

Riu Jambo Zanzibar is looking for an Assistant Laundry Manager to lead its laundry department. The role drives linen standards, garment care and efficient laundry throughput, supporting departmental leadership, inspiring teams and upholding world-class resort presentation.

Key responsibilities

• Support daily laundry operations: washing, drying, ironing, uniform maintenance and valet laundry services
• Maintain sanitation, fabric care and machinery standards in line with health, chemical safety and RIU protocols
• Guide, train and motivate a multicultural laundry team
• Work with Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Front Office and Maintenance for smooth linen turnarounds
• Help manage expenses, chemical dosing, linen management, water and energy conservation and stock inventories
• Keep guest valet requests and resort linens to a high standard

Required profile

• Proven experience as an Assistant Laundry Manager, Laundry Supervisor or senior laundry leader in a five-star or luxury all-inclusive resort
• In-depth knowledge of commercial laundry machinery, wash formulas, chemical safety, fabric care and stain treatment
• Hands-on leadership with the ability to mentor and develop teams
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational and communication skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Company healthcare coverage
• Staff transport and nutritious meals while on duty
• Discounts at RIU properties worldwide
• Career growth through training, mentorship and internal promotion