Laundry Attendant

Highgate Hotels L.P.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 15,153 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Highgate Hotels L.P. Fort Wayne is seeking a House Laundry Attendant to wash, iron, fold and distribute linens and towels in a hotel environment.

You will operate washing machines, sort linen, pre-treat stains, and maintain clean work areas while supporting guest satisfaction and smooth laundry operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Flexibility to work long hours as needed.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and move loads safely.

Responsibilities

• Wash and dry all dirty linens, towels, rags, etc.
• Sort all hotel linen by type, color and size.
• Pre-treat stained linen before washing.
• Fill and maintain washing machines and dryers.
• Keep laundry carts clean and organized and floors clean.
• Ensure guest satisfaction through attentive service.

Skills

Stand for long shifts

Flexible hours

Heavy lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30‑year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward‑thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry‑leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.

Location

Hampton Inn Fort Wayne

5702 Challenger Parkway, Fort Wayne, IN 46818

Overview

The House Laundry Attendant is responsible for washing, ironing, folding and distributing all soiled linens, towels, napkins and tablecloths.

Responsibilities

• Employees must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to guests, managers and fellow employees
• Understand operation of washing machines and dryers.
• Load and unload washes according to standards.
• Wash and dry all dirty linens, towels, rags, etc.
• Sort all hotel linen according to type, color, size, etc.
• Pre‑treat all stained linen before washing.
• Clean dryer filter daily and maintain all equipment as trained.
• Operate iron as per standard and ensure that it is shut off at the end of day.
• Sweep and mop laundry floors, storing all linens off the floor.
• Fold towels and linens.
• Remove and sort dirty linens and towels from laundry carts.
• Keep laundry carts clean and free of debris.
• Maintain clean work area.
• Sort clean laundry according to type and load carts.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations