Laundry Operative
| Posting date: | 03 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £22,308.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £22,308 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 October 2025 |
| Location: | Devon, TQ8 8FE |
| Company: | Sykes Holiday Cottages Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | ORG5842-AM1412844SalLO |
Summary
️ Join the Coast and Country Cottages team – Creating special memories in Devon ️
Contract Type: Fixed Term 6 month contract
Salary: Up to £23,810 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week, Mon–Sat, 9am–5.30pm (with a weekday off)
Location: Our friendly Salcombe, Devon office with regular travel
About the Role:
We’re looking for a dedicated Laundry Operative to join our Salcombe 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 Coast and Country Cottages & 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!
Contract Type: Fixed Term 6 month contract
Salary: Up to £23,810 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week, Mon–Sat, 9am–5.30pm (with a weekday off)
Location: Our friendly Salcombe, Devon office with regular travel
About the Role:
We’re looking for a dedicated Laundry Operative to join our Salcombe 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 Coast and Country Cottages & 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!
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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