Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
PERSONAL DETAILS
Timeline
References
RESPONSIBILITIES
Disclaimer
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BANDULA RAJAPAKSHA

BANDULA RAJAPAKSHA

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Summary

Experienced laundry supervisor with over 20 years in the hospitality and commercial laundry industry across Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Qatar. Expertise in managing laundry operations, maintaining high standards of safety and sanitation, and leading teams effectively in challenging environments

Reliable professional in laundry industry, offering solid track record in managing laundry services and staff. Known for maintaining high standards and ensuring efficient operations. Highly collaborative and adaptable, fostering team environment and consistently meeting operational goals. Skilled in equipment maintenance and inventory management.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Laundry Supervisor

Sun Siyam Vilu Reef
05.2024 - Current
  • supervise and coordinate day to day laundry operation and tailoring productivity, monitoring staff performance workflow, and customer satisfaction.
  • Carry out daily laundry operation, ensuring timely washing, pressing, and uniforms handling.
  • Maintain linen stocks and conduct monthly inventory to ensure accurate tracking, proper stock levels, and smooth operational flow.
  • Coordinate with housekeeping teams to identify and ful fill linen and laundry requirements,ensuring smooth departmental operation.
  • Monitor daily total linen weight [kg] and chemical usage to ensure accurate processing and compliance with operational standards.

Senior Laundry Supervisor

Clean line Linen Management
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • coordinated and delivered premium services to 14 five star hotels, ensuring timely solution , client satisfaction , and adherence to luxury hospitality standards.
  • Delivered daily on the job training t line staff, improving productivity, skill competency, and quality of works.
  • Maintained energy systems to ensure uninterrupted operation.
  • Monitored machinery performance and provided daily updates to the engineering team, ensuring timely manntenance and minimal downtime.
  • Developed comprehensive training program for new hires, resulting in faster integration into the team.
  • Improved laundry efficiency by implementing new sorting and folding techniques.

Laundry Supervisor

Clean line Linen Management
04.2023 - 10.2023

Laundry Supervisor

Living Adventure By ACCOR
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Implemented inventory management system to ensure adequate supply of cleaning materials and equipment.
  • Collaborated with housekeeping team to coordinate linen supply for guest rooms and public areas.
  • Assigned housekeeping staff to specific shifts and room blocks based on abilities and daily requirements.
  • Coordinated with outside vendors to provide supplies and equipment for staff.
  • Training For line staff on RFID System
  • Maintaining of communication withThird Party Laundry


Laundry Supervisor

Hilton Hotel & Resorts
09.2013 - 12.2020
  • Introduced a systemized approach to sorting items based on fabric type and color that led to a decrease in damaged clothes.
  • Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
  • Increased employee performance through effective supervision and training.
  • Worked with front desk to respond promptly to all guest requests.
  • Placed orders for housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
  • Completed schedules, shift reports, and other business documentation.
  • Monitored staff performance and provided feedback to drive productivity.
  • Established and enforced safety protocols and guidelines for staff.

Assistant Laundry Operator

Hilton Hotel & Resort
03.2005 - 09.2013

Assistant Laundry Manager Task Force

Hilton Hotel & Resort
01.2011 - 02.2011

Managed and trained line staff on washing, pressing, ironing, and handling uniforms and linen.

  • Improved laundry efficiency by implementing a systematic approach to sorting, washing, and folding garments.
  • Reduced garment damage by properly handling delicate fabrics throughout the laundering process.
  • Minimized loss of inventory through accurate record-keeping of all laundered items including status updates on special requests or rush orders.
  • Set up wash and dry cycles with appropriate settings such as spin speed, temperature, and cleaning agents.
  • Operated machines correctly by following machine instructions and safety regulations.

Laundry Staff

Hilton Hotel & Resort
03.2003 - 03.2005
  • Assisted with cleaning and maintenance of laundry equipment to keep machines in proper working order.
  • Operated laundry equipment and loaded machines, paying careful attention to capacity restrictions.
  • Used hand-held machines to sterilize, spot clean and dry items.
  • Operated steam and flat iron pressers to keep clothes wrinkle-free.
  • Used machine and hand marker to tag articles with proper coding for laundry and dry cleaning.
  • Supported team members in achieving daily goals, assisting with workload distribution when necessary.

Education

High school -

GCE Ordinary Level
03.1996

Skills

  • To work closely with laundry purveyors to ensure quality and application of laundry products is of highest quality, while being cost effective
  • Monitor and order supplies as needed
  • Supervise and coordinate daily laundry operations
  • Manage and oversee the maintenance of laundry equipment
  • Experience using common business software (ex MS Office)
  • Monitor and maintain inventory of supplies and materials
  • Ensure that all laundry activities are completed in a timely and efficient manner
  • Scheduling staff
  • Chemical handling
  • Stain removal
  • Laundry operations
  • Energy efficiency
  • Customer service
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff training and development
  • Team building

PERSONAL DETAILS

Language known: English, Sinhala

Timeline

Senior Laundry Supervisor

Sun Siyam Vilu Reef
05.2024 - Current

Senior Laundry Supervisor

Clean line Linen Management
10.2023 - 05.2024

Laundry Supervisor

Clean line Linen Management
04.2023 - 10.2023

Laundry Supervisor

Living Adventure By ACCOR
08.2022 - 02.2023

Laundry Supervisor

Hilton Hotel & Resorts
09.2013 - 12.2020

Assistant Laundry Manager Task Force

Hilton Hotel & Resort
01.2011 - 02.2011

Assistant Laundry Operator

Hilton Hotel & Resort
03.2005 - 09.2013

Laundry Staff

Hilton Hotel & Resort
03.2003 - 03.2005

High school -

GCE Ordinary Level

References

Lloyd, Sagum, HR Executive, hrexecutive.vilureef@sunsiyam.com, +960 788 1890, sun siyam Vilureef Resort, Maldives

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Attention to detail focus is vital to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness are maintained
  • Able to identify and communicate problems in English to Housekeeping Manager
  • Able to identify and communicate problems in English to Linen Associate Manager
  • Assist with interviewing and hiring of all laundry staff
  • Proper, adequate training and re-training of all laundry and uniform room staff
  • Identify any employees requiring coaching, counselling or progressive discipline, with intent to improve performance, attitude and appearance
  • Assist in the implementation of the “Quality Assurance Program”.
  • Assist in the implementation of new standards to provide the guests the highest quality of service

Disclaimer

I do hereby certify that the particulars furnished above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
BANDULA RAJAPAKSHA