Why us?:
At Sage Hospitality, how we work matters just as much as what we do. We are guided by a shared purpose to enrich lives, one experience at a time, and a vision to redefine how the world experiences hospitality.
At The Nines, Portland, we embrace:
- Historic Retail Palace Reborn - Adaptive reuse of the 1909 Meier & Frank building as a love letter to Portland's architectural past
- Dual Culinary Destination - Urban Farmer's farm-to-table steakhouse and Departure's rooftop pan-Asian cuisine — two of Portland's most acclaimed restaurants
- Living Sustainability Philosophy - Onsite honeybees, hydroponic gardens, and a house butcher reflect a genuine commitment to sourcing
- Oregon Art Immersion - 400+ locally curated pieces including the iconic Bird Song chandelier and student monotypes in every room
- Sophisticated Portland Spirit - Luxury rooted in the city's creative, locally obsessed, independent character
All associates play an essential role in creating welcoming, inclusive environments where kindness, hospitality, and excellence are felt by guests and teams alike. These brandings reflect the unique spirit of The Nines, Portland and align with Sage Hospitality's commitment to genuine, meaningful connection.
Job Overview:
Laundry Linen Specialist process soiled linen and distribute clean linen in accordance with standard operating procedures in a safe, accident-free manner, as assigned by management.
Responsibilities:
- Receive and sort soiled linen into appropriate containers following all safety practices.
- Process sorted linen utilizing the washers, dryers, sheet spreaders, ironers, and feeder/folders ensuring finished product is inspected and meets quality standards.
- Follow all hazardous chemical procedures and ensure bloodied linen does not return to supplies.
- Inspect linen on a regular basis for tears, holes or sub-standard conditions and remove from guest inventory.
- Maintain assigned work area in a clean and safe condition.
- Empty lint traps after each load to ensure safety of equipment and building.
- Notify supervisor of malfunctioning equipment, supplies needed, damaged linens, to ensure laundry operation is running at maximum efficiency level.
- Ensure linen carts are stocked and prepared to be delivered to guest room floors.
Qualifications:
Education/Formal Training
No formal education needed.
Experience
Prior laundry experience desirable
Knowledge/Skills
- Minimal hearing necessary for one-one-one communication, accommodations may be provided.
- Excellent vision necessary; emphasis on cleanliness standards and quality control.
- Minimal speech communication skills required for one-on-one communication, accommodations may be provided.
- Minimal literacy is required.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Lifting up to 75 lbs. of linen; pushing up to 75 lbs. of linen; pulling up to 75 lbs. of linen; carrying up to 50 lbs. of linen.
- Bending -frequent bending while loading/unloading washers/dryers, sorting linen and folding. No kneeling.
- Mobility -continuous movement throughout department. Continuous standing -100% of shift.
Environment
Excessive heat and humidity in laundry. Inside 95% of shift.
Benefits:
the Nines Hotel is certified Gold for Sustainability at Work. As one of Oregon’s Healthiest Employers, the Nines offers perks that are comparable to progressive employers.
- Medical, Dental, Vision and more to all full-time associates.
- All associates can enjoy our complimentary cafeteria.
- 401k matching for all our associates.
- Hotel discounts at marriott.com.
- Many other perks, benefits & discounts for all our associates!
- Save on your parking and public transportation costs by using our pre-tax savings account.
- $50 TriMet monthly subsidy!
Bold. Bright. Caring. Energetic. Driven. Strategic. Daring. To deliver the type of outstanding experience we aim to provide our guests, we need remarkable individuals who are passionate and committed to making a difference. If this sounds like you, then explore the career positions at Sage Hospitality that await you.