Laundry/Uniform Supervisor

Role summary

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The Laundry/Uniform Supervisor oversees daily laundry and uniform operations, ensuring timely collection, washing, pressing, repairs, storage, and distribution. Candidates should have relevant hotel laundry or housekeeping experience, supervisory skills, good knowledge of laundry equipment and chemical handling, and an understanding of hygiene and safety standards. The role requires attention to detail, physical stamina, organization, and the ability to lead a team across busy shifts. The successful candidate is expected to maintain consistent quality, control linen and uniform inventories, minimize damage and wastage, coordinate with other departments, train employees, and provide courteous service while following Shangri-La policies.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a Hong Kong-based luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations. Its Philippine properties are known for upscale accommodation, extensive guest facilities, restaurants, spas, and high standards of service. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on genuine hospitality, employee development, operational excellence, and responsible business practices. Depending on the property, employees may receive benefits such as meals, uniforms, training, service charge, medical coverage, accommodation assistance, or staff discounts. The company’s work environment is structured and guest-focused, with opportunities to build careers in hotel operations and progress within an international hospitality network.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers hospitality opportunities in Metro Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Davao, and other resort destinations, particularly in housekeeping, food and beverage, engineering, and guest services. Life varies from busy urban centers to relaxed island communities, with warm weather, strong family ties, festivals, welcoming local culture, and generally affordable food and transport. Resort work can involve long shifts, shared accommodation, and seasonal demand, but often provides meals, service charge, and staff facilities. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored Alien Employment Permit and appropriate work visa, while Filipino applicants need standard employment documents and government registrations. Before relocating, confirm the property’s exact island, housing, transportation, medical access, contract terms, and benefits. English is widely used in hotels, although learning basic Filipino or local expressions helps with daily life.