Laundry Attendant

Full job description

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Remove laundry from chutes and carts

· Sort all linens and treat stains

· Maintain count of discarded items

· Ensure chemicals are used and stored correctly

· Load all laundry into washer and add specified cleaning agents

· Take wet, clean items and dry as directed

· Fold and stack towels, sheets and linens to hotel standards and keep stock organized

· Wash bed wraps, duvets, mattress pads, and blankets in accordance with hotel standards

· Maintain inventory of all cleaning supplies and communicate needs to General Manager

· Clean lint trays and dryer vents

· Maintain all laundry equipment and inform General Manager of any maintenance needs

· Ensure soiled and damaged linens are stored in appropriate bags and disposed of correctly

· Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation

· Maintain regular attendance and timeliness in compliance with hotel standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel

· Maintain a professional image and positive attitude at all times

· Work as part of a team and communicate with other departments as per hotel procedures to ensure excellent quality and service

Management Contributions for Success:

· Providing brand standard training on the efficient way to run the laundry room

· Provide feedback throughout training process

· Assist with any training that may be required to enhance job performance

Qualifications and Requirements:

· Basic reading, writing and math skills

This job requires the ability to perform the following:

· Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds and the ability to push and pull

· Prolonged standing and moving about the hotel

· Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility

· Frequently bending, stooping and kneeling

· Able to work alone as well as being a team member

· Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and/or holidays


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