Laundry Attendant

Job Summary

To ensure that all hotel laundry related items are kept clean and properly stocked in order to take care of the daily needs of the hotel and its business demands.

Duties

• Sort dirty linens daily for washing process ensuring that machine load minimums are met before washing.
• Remove stains from badly soiled linen by following proper reclaim process.
• Permanently remove from circulation any linen or terry that cannot be properly reclaimed.
• Operate washers and dryers properly.
• Fold all linens per hotel standards.
• Wash banquet and kitchen laundry, if applicable.
• Wash bedspreads, bed pads and blankets as specified by manufacturer and per brand standards.
• Keep laundry area clean and organized.
• Handle all laundry chemical products properly and per OSHA standards, referring to the appropriate SDS sheet for proper handling.
• Advise Housekeeping Manager of laundry chemical inventory levels.
• Assist the housekeeping department in other areas when laundry is slow or work is caught up.
• Follow all safety and security related guidelines, policies and practices as required by S & L Hospitality and/or the brand.
• Participate in safety‑related training programs throughout the year (e.g., HazCom, Blood Borne Pathogens, Emergency Evacuation, etc.) as required by S & L Hospitality’s Human Resources & Benefits Director or the brand.
• Perform any other assignments or tasks as assigned by the Housekeeping Manager.

Qualifications

• Previous hotel laundry experience (preferred).
• Ability to work well under limited supervision.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong work ethic.

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age; some positions may require a minimum age of 18 depending on responsibilities, hours, and local/state/federal laws.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 lb of laundry often.
• Ability to bend at the waist.
• Ability to reach overhead.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions.

Schedule

Primarily scheduled between the hours of 7 am and 10 pm, with required weekend and holiday availability. Further schedule discussions will occur if selected to continue in the recruiting process.

Benefits

• Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) after 6 months of service with company match.
• Flexible scheduling.
• On‑the‑job training.
• Paid Time Off – begin accruing day one.
• Holiday pay when working designated company holidays.
• Growth and development opportunities, including transfers to other properties.
• Travel discounts through various hotel brands in the portfolio.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for regular full‑time and leadership team members.
• Opportunities to enroll in short‑term disability, long‑term disability, critical illness, accident, and/or life insurance, as well as flexible spending accounts.