Laundry Attendant

Job overview

The Laundry Attendant processes, washes, dries, irons and folds linens and other items in safe and efficient compliance with policies and procedures, brand standards, and federal, state and local regulations.  Promptly reports emergencies, accidents, injuries, missing articles, damage, engineering items and safety hazards to management.  Reports any deviations from policies, procedures, brand standards and regulations to management. 

What you will be doing

• Receive and sort soiled linen into appropriate containers.  Follow proper policies and procedures regarding decontamination and quality standards.
• Operate commercial washers with approved detergents, required temperatures and proper laundry weight.
• Finish laundry which may include operating linen feeders, sheet and towel folders and flatwork ironing machines.  Fold all items based on policies, procedures and brand standards.
• Ensure finished products are inspected and meet quality standards.
• Keep assigned work areas in clean and safe condition.
• Prompt reporting to housekeeping management all emergencies, injuries, missing articles, damage, mechanical problems and safety hazards.  
• On time and at work when scheduled, and in proper uniform.
• Attend department meetings as scheduled.
• Consistent professional and positive attitude and actions when communicating with guests and associates.
• Report any incidents of guest dissatisfaction or other mattes of significance to manager / supervisor so that corrective measures may be taken.
• Comply with policies and procedures.  Practice safe work habits and comply with sanitary, safety, security and emergency procedures.  Write shift reports including reports on any incidents of theft, accidents or injuries when assigned.  
• Check with manager / supervisor before leaving work area for any reason.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.  Participate in task forces and committees as requested.
• Any other tasks / duties as requested by management.

Requirements

Education and Experience: 

• High school education or related experience.
• Familiarity with hospitality industry practices preferred.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Sick Days
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Matching 401-K
• Company Hotel Travel Discounts