Laundry Attendant

The job summary provided outlines the responsibilities and requirements for a **Laundry Attendant** or **Housekeeping Staff** position in a hotel or similar hospitality setting. Here’s a breakdown of the key points: ### **Job Summary:** - **Primary Responsibilities:** - Efficiently retrieve, process, and distribute laundry to provide laundry services to guests. - Sort, fold, and stack clean linen and terry. - Operate ironing and folder machines according to specifications. - Place stacks of clean articles in designated areas for distribution. - Remove lint and debris from dryer filters and clean machinery as needed. - Maintain continuous inventory of discarded items and determine their status for rewash or discard. - Operate laundry machinery according to specifications, ensuring proper cleaning of articles. - Fold cleaned articles into designated amounts by type and size. - Place stacks of clean items in specified areas for distribution. - Remove lint and debris from dryer filters and clean machinery as required. - Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas throughout the shift. - Restock work areas for the next shift as assigned. - Turn in all lost and found items and guest room keys. - Adhere to all company policies and procedures. - Follow safety and security procedures and rules. - Know department fire prevention and emergency procedures. - Utilize protective equipment. - Report unsafe conditions to management. - Report accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage, or loss to management. - Provide for a safe work environment by adhering to all safety and security procedures and rules. - Maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance (specific standards outlined in the team member handbook). - Perform any related duties as requested by the supervisor or manager. - Assist other Housekeeping Personnel when needed. ### **Qualifications:** - **Education and Experience:** - The hotel may consider an equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. - No previous experience is required. ### **Physical Demands:** - Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds. - Frequent bending while loading/unloading washers/dryers, sorting linen, and folding. - Continuous movement throughout the department. - Standing is required during the entire shift. - Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, and smiling. This role is essential for maintaining cleanliness and guest satisfaction in a hospitality setting, requiring physical stamina, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols.