Laundry Operator - Fabric Care

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 20,088 - 33,480; Full time

Job summary

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. in Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Laundry Operator - Fabric Care.

This entry-level role offers hands-on training in washing, drying, dry-cleaning, and linen handling within a luxury hotel environment. You will follow strict safety and hygiene standards, operate laundry equipment, manage linen flow, and support the housekeeping team to maintain guest-ready laundry supplies.

Qualifications

• No high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• No license or certification is required.
• Willing to learn laundry machine operation, linen handling, fabric care, and quality inspection routines.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor washing machines, dryers, dry-cleaning machines, and related laundry equipment during assigned shifts.
• Add approved laundry chemicals according to handling procedures, safety standards, and load requirements.
• Set dryers to the correct time and temperature based on fabric type, load content, and laundry instructions.
• Identify stained, damaged, or unsuitable items and determine whether they require repair, spot treatment, rewash, or discard.
• Inspect articles removed from washers, dryers, or dry-cleaning equipment to confirm cleanliness and quality.
• Place cleaned items into clean linen carts while keeping them organized, protected, and ready for distribution.
• Remove lint and debris from dryer screens, dry-cleaning filters, and drain traps after each load.
• Fold cleaned articles to designated sizes by hand or with folding machinery.
• Maintain accurate records of items laundered, loads processed, rejected items, and routine laundry activity.
• Visually inspect tools, equipment, and machines to identify defects, faults, or maintenance needs.
• Follow company safety, security, hygiene, laundry handling, and operating procedures at all times.
• Report accidents, injuries, unsafe work conditions, equipment faults, or operational concerns to the manager.
• Maintain clean uniform standards, professional appearance, confidentiality, and responsible care of company assets.
• Build positive working relationships with colleagues and support the team in meeting laundry and housekeeping goals.
• Suggest practical improvements that may increase efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, or cost control.
• Stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, pull, stoop, reach, lift, carry, push, and move laundry items during daily operations.
• Move objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance when required.
• Work safely through narrow, confined, elevated, sloping, uneven, or slippery spaces, including stairs and service ramps when needed.
• Complete additional reasonable duties requested by supervisors to support hotel laundry operations and service standards.

Skills

Laundry machine operation

Fabric care

Dry-cleaning support

Washing procedures

Dryer operation

Linen handling

Laundry chemical handling

Stain identification

Damage inspection

Spot treatment support

Rewash handling

Clean linen cart handling

Manual folding

Folding machine operation

Laundry record keeping

Lint trap cleaning

Equipment inspection

Hygiene procedures

Safety standards

Tools

None

Job description

Job Snapshot

Laundry Operator - Fabric Care
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Hospitality
Function: Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Operations
Experience: No related work experience required
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: 1800-3000 (Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the city; confirm final offer with employer)

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor washing machines, dryers, dry-cleaning machines, and related laundry equipment during assigned shifts.
• Add approved laundry chemicals according to handling procedures, safety standards, and load requirements.
• Set dryers to the correct time and temperature based on fabric type, load content, and laundry instructions.
• Identify stained, damaged, or unsuitable items and determine whether they require repair, spot treatment, rewash, or discard.
• Inspect articles removed from washers, dryers, or dry-cleaning equipment to confirm cleanliness and quality.
• Place cleaned items into clean linen carts while keeping them organized, protected, and ready for distribution.
• Remove lint and debris from dryer screens, dry-cleaning filters, and drain traps after each load.
• Fold cleaned articles to designated sizes by hand or with folding machinery.
• Maintain accurate records of items laundered, loads processed, rejected items, and routine laundry activity.
• Visually inspect tools, equipment, and machines to identify defects, faults, or maintenance needs.
• Follow company safety, security, hygiene, laundry handling, and operating procedures at all times.
• Report accidents, injuries, unsafe work conditions, equipment faults, or operational concerns to the manager.
• Maintain clean uniform standards, professional appearance, confidentiality, and responsible care of company assets.
• Build positive working relationships with colleagues and support the team in meeting laundry and housekeeping goals.
• Suggest practical improvements that may increase efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, or cost control.
• Stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, pull, stoop, reach, lift, carry, push, and move laundry items during daily operations.
• Move objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance when required.
• Work safely through narrow, confined, elevated, sloping, uneven, or slippery spaces, including stairs and service ramps when needed.
• Complete additional reasonable duties requested by supervisors to support hotel laundry operations and service standards.

Ideal Profile

• No high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• No previous laundry, dry-cleaning, hotel, housekeeping, or linen operations experience is required.
• No supervisory experience is required.
• No license or certification is required.
• Willing to learn laundry machine operation, linen handling, fabric care, and quality inspection routines.
• Comfortable working in a full-time, non-management role within a luxury hotel environment.
• Able to follow instructions, safety rules, hygiene procedures, and company standards consistently.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, fabric condition, folding accuracy, and careful item handling.
• Physically able to work through full shifts and perform lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and walking tasks.
• Reliable, organized, and able to support repetitive operational routines with consistent care.
• Professional attitude with respect for confidentiality, workplace safety, and clean presentation.

Skills Set

• Laundry machine operation
• Fabric care
• Dry-cleaning support
• Washing procedures
• Dryer operation
• Linen handling
• Laundry chemical handling
• Stain identification
• Damage inspection
• Spot treatment support
• Rewash handling
• Clean linen cart handling
• Manual folding
• Folding machine operation
• Laundry record keeping
• Lint trap cleaning
• Equipment inspection
• Hygiene procedures
• Safety standards
• Hotel laundry operations

Why Join Us

This role offers a reliable entry point into Abu Dhabi's luxury Hospitality sector for candidates who want to develop practical skills in laundry, linen care, and hotel back-house support. The position provides exposure to professional laundry systems, quality-focused fabric handling, safe equipment routines, and teamwork within a respected hotel environment. It is a strong fit for someone who values organized work, clean processes, operational discipline, and the essential support services that help create a comfortable guest experience.

About the Company

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a globally respected luxury hospitality brand known for refined guest experiences, thoughtful service, and consistently high hotel standards. As part of the Marriott International portfolio, the company offers a professional workplace where associates can build hospitality skills, support smooth hotel operations, and contribute to memorable guest stays through teamwork, attention to detail, and service excellence.