Laundry Attendant

Fairfield Inn & Suites Dulles Airport Herndon/Reston; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is seeking a housekeeping/laundry associate for one of its properties in Herndon, VA. You will handle soiled linens, operate laundry equipment and assist guests with courteous service.

You'll work in a fast-paced environment, follow safety and sanitation standards, and contribute to guest satisfaction through attentive and reliable service. The role offers hourly pay and opportunities within a large hospitality network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Attention to detail and customer-focused.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Sort, wash, dry, fold, and inspect hotel linens.
• Operate laundry equipment safely and maintain cleanliness.
• Provide friendly guest service and support housekeeping.
• Adhere to safety, sanitation, and brand procedures.

Skills

Housekeeping

Laundry experience

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is a subsidiary of the largest private real estate company in the Washington, D.C. area, and has been in operation for over 130 years. The Hospitality Group operates a portfolio of more than 20 business class hotels with top brands from Intercontinental Hotel Groups, Marriott International, Hilton, and Best Western Hotels: along with The Watermark Hotel, The Hay-Adams Hotel, and Perch Putt. These properties are operated by a team of more than 1,000 enthusiastic hospitality professionals!

This position is responsible for processing all soiled hotel bed linens, terry and food and beverage table linens by operating all laundry machinery to B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group quality standards. Assists guests by providing friendly, courteous and professional service, including adherence to health regulations. Follows B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group high standards of quality to ensure guest satisfaction.

$17 - $17 an hour

Minimum and maximum wage or salary for the position

The actual base pay offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Base pay is one component of B. F. Saul Company & Affiliates total compensation package, which also includes access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, bonus plans and more.

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring diverse professionals.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Responsibilities:

• Cleanliness: Responsible for completing all laundry procedures; sort, wash, dry, fold, iron, inspect, transport, organize all hotel linens; operate, clean and maintain equipment; safely use chemicals to ensure sanitation standards are met. Ensures cart, linen, rooms, work areas and equipment are clean, stocked and in working order.
• Guest Service: Accountable for guest satisfaction as it pertains to housekeeping service at the property. Assists and responds to requests in a positive and timely manner while providing the highest level of quality service to the guest. Works as a team player in meeting guests and department needs, and actively contributes to the efforts of other departments as necessary. Understands and follows Hampton Inn guest service recovery program.
• Safety/Risk Management: Ensures a clean and safe work area in compliance with B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group brand, local, state and federal regulations. Inspects work area and equipment for maintenance needs and reports any maintenance service issues. Knowledgeable on safe use of chemicals utilized within the housekeeping department. Follows all B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group procedures for guest/team member’s incidents. Knowledgeable of hotel emergency procedures.
• Self Management: Produces required volume of work by planning, organizing and prioritizing work duties. Adheres to B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group attendance policy, grooming and appearance standards, and general work rules and department procedures. Attends all required department and hotel meetings. Responsible for proper use of all equipment and supplies.

Required Skills and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Housekeeping/laundry experience preferred. Attention to detail, customer focused and the ability to perform job duties in repetitious and fast paced environment.
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 75 pounds on a consistent basis throughout shift.
• Significant bending required. EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disabled

Source: Hospitality Online