Laundry Attendant

We look for people who are passionate about service and have a hunger for learning new skills. We believe in the power of teamwork and the professional development of our team members. With our employees being our greatest assets, we are committed to providing competitive wages and benefits, the best training, a safe and enjoyable work environment along with many opportunities for advancement to ensure a very rewarding career. We take great pride in our dedicated and diverse team of employees.

All professionals at Salamander Collection live by our Vision, Brand Promise, and Core Values.

We specialize in the management of Four and Five-Star luxury hotels, resorts and fine food establishments. If your outside interests include golf, tennis, spa, beach, water sports, equestrian, shopping or just relaxation, we have the employee discounts to match.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Maintain linen par levels, log inventory items, wash and fold duvets, shower curtains and liners.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Sorts soiled bed sheets and pillowcases, place them in laundry cart, and drop them in the loading dock. All laundry bins must be ready in a timely manner and sent to Virginia Linen for processing.
• Sorts soiled all types of towels (Bath towels, hand towels, washcloths, bathmats), rugs, and robes.
• All linen terry/towels are processed in house through washer and dryers.
• Sorts clean towels, rugs, and robes. Uses towel folder and manual folding for bath towels, washcloths, rugs and robes. Places folded product on appropriate rack. Everything is folded manually as there is no towel folder in the house.
• Operates and maintains folding & iron equipment while following safety procedures. Reports any problems or deficiencies to manager. The only equipment to operate and maintain is the washers and dryers.
• weight they can lift, carry and push Less than or equal to 55 pounds
• Washing and folding of linen.
• Maintain inventory levels. Report any linen/inventory shortages to appropriate managers.
• Report any safety or security issues to the appropriate manager or supervisor.
• In addition to performing the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of other supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the manager based upon the requirements of the hotel.
• Perform general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products to adhere to health standards.
• Perform other duties as requested, such as restocking linen closet as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High school or equivalent education required.

REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk, use hands to fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk and hear. The employee must be able to see differences in widths and length of lines such as those on graphs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to work effectively in a stressful environment, communicate with others, effectively deal with customers and accept constructive feedback from supervisors.
• Must be able to change activity frequently and cope with interruptions.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular and continuous basis.
• Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space and to reach other locations of the hotel on a timely basis.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill all required cleaning tasks.

This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the Laundry Attendant. It is not exhaustive, and duties may vary depending on hotel operations and event complexity.

Salamander Collection is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.