Laundry Attendant

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; Laguna Hills (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels in Laguna Hills is seeking a Laundry Attendant to work in the commercial laundry facility. This role ensures that all linens and guest laundry needs are met promptly and to standard.

The ideal candidate has experience in laundry operations, is detail-oriented, and can ensure total guest satisfaction through attentive service. The position provides generous benefits including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Some previous commercial laundry experience preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English is preferred.
• Frequently standing, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions.
• Receive, sort, and inspect all laundry items.
• Operate washers and dryers according to guidelines.

Skills

Commercial laundry experience

Fluent English

Mathematical skills

Tools

Commercial cleaning chemicals

Job description

We’re People People. Are you? We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast ). With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be. But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).

What this role is all about

The Laundry Attendant (LA) works with the Housekeeping Management Team to work in the commercial laundry facility, to include cleaning and storing linens in a timely, organized manner to ensure that hotel’s laundry and linen needs are met. The LA may be scheduled clean guest rooms and public space areas, in accordance with brand time, product and placement standards to ensure total guest satisfaction.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients according to the Sonesta G.U.E.S.T. standards.
• Receive soiled and sort all articles by kind, color and degree of soil.
• Inspect all laundry and linens and records all damaged or stained items.
• Operate washers and dryers according to hotel standards and manufacturers’ guidelines.
• Monitor laundry supplies and equipment to ensure they are sufficient and in working order.
• Fold and store clean linens, report damages to supervisor.
• Clean and service assigned rooms or areas according to established standards and procedures including making beds, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing bathrooms, removing trash, etc.
• May include cleaning the kitchen area, room refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, dishware, etc.
• Notify supervisor when service is completed so rooms may be sold or occupied.
• Report any room unable to be serviced to supervisor according to established procedures.
• Report needed repairs or unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Respond to guest complaints, special requests and ensure corrective action is taken to achieve complete guest satisfaction.
• Minimize waste of supplies and amenities within all areas of the laundry and housekeeping.
• Handle all lost and found items according to established procedures.
• May regularly assist with deep cleaning projects.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other shifts and departmental management.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws regarding health and safety services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Some previous commercial laundry experience preferred.
• Previous background from the extended stay industry preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English is preferred; other languages beneficial.
• Basic reading, writing and mathematical abilities are preferred.
• Frequently standing up, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility.
• Carrying, lifting or pulling items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Will be required to regularly use commercial cleaning chemicals.
• Will be required to work mornings, evening, weekends, and holidays.

Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

Pay range $20.38- $21.38. Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills, and job specific experience/overall experience.

How we reward you

At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you’ll want to use these)
• Additional Perks & Employee Discounts

Our Commitment to You

Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

If you are interested in a career in some of the most impressive and beautiful surroundings in the world with generous benefits and perks, we hope you’ll get in touch with us.