Laundry Attendant

TPG Hotels and Resorts; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurances

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holidays

Hotel Discounts

Job summary

TPG Hotels and Resorts in Newport is looking for a dedicated Laundry Attendant to join their team. The role involves processing, washing, and managing hotel linens while ensuring compliance with standards and procedures. Ideal candidates will have experience in laundry operations and demonstrate attention to detail.

TPG Hotels emphasizes teamwork and guest satisfaction, and offers various benefits including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, and exceptional hotel discounts across their portfolio.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a hotel or hospitality setting is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Physical fitness to handle repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Sort, wash, dry, fold, and press linens and towels according to procedures.
• Inspect laundered items for quality and address issues.
• Maintain inventory of clean linens and towels.

Skills

Experience in laundry operations

Knowledge of different fabrics

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Become Part of the TPG Hotels, Resorts & Marina Team

TPG Hotels, Resorts & Marina's is widely recognized as one of the nation's premier hotel management companies. We are a national operator of hospitality assets across the entire chain scale, from focused-service hotels and lifestyle/resort properties to upper upscale luxury hotels and nautically based hospitality assets. Whether an investment partner or straight third-party operator, we are always operating on behalf of capital partners, and our role as entrusted stewards is to deliver top performance for our guests, investors and to fulfill the brand promise. Joining the Team gives you a rewarding career opportunity with a nationally ranked hospitality management company that focuses on customer satisfaction and personal growth. We pride ourselves in continually seeking motivated team members who believe guest service is the top priority.

Job Overview

The Laundry Attendant processes, washes, dries, irons and folds linens and other items in safe and efficient compliance with policies and procedures, brand standards, and federal, state and local regulations. Promptly reports emergencies, accidents, injuries, missing articles, damage, engineering items and safety hazards to management.

What You'll Be Doing

• Laundry Operations:
• Sort, wash, dry, fold, and press linens, towels, bed sheets, and other hotel laundry items according to established procedures.
• Handle laundry equipment, including washers, dryers, ironing machines, and folding tables, ensuring proper operation and maintenance.
• Quality Control:
• Inspect laundered items to ensure they meet quality standards, addressing stains, tears, or other issues as needed.
• Follow specific instructions for handling delicate fabrics or special items to prevent damage.
• Inventory Management:
• Maintain an organized inventory of clean and ready-to-use linens and towels to meet the demands of guest rooms, dining areas, and other hotel departments.
• Keep track of linen counts, reorder levels, and replenishment schedules.
• Equipment Maintenance:
• Clean and maintain laundry equipment, ensuring proper functioning and reporting any maintenance issues to the appropriate department.
• Follow safety protocols when operating laundry machinery.
• Team Collaboration:
• Coordinate with housekeepers, Housekeeping Housepersons, and other hotel departments to ensure a steady supply of clean linens and towels for guest rooms, restaurants, and event spaces.

Skills And Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in laundry operations, preferably in a hotel or hospitality setting.
• Knowledge of different fabrics, laundering techniques, and proper garment care.
• Attention to detail and the ability to identify stains, damage, or quality issues.
• Basic understanding of laundry equipment and machinery.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Physical fitness to handle repetitive tasks and lift heavy laundry bags.
• Commitment to hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort

Physical work is a primary part of many of our hotel and resort jobs. Physical requirements include extended standing and walking, climbing, bending, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and lifting to 50lbs. Some work is performed in an interior hotel environment with equipment and machines. The work involves exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, dirt, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises. The exposure to hazards or physical risks requires following basic safety precautions and the use of applicable protective equipment.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurances
• Disability Insurances
• Supplemental Life Insurances
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• AMAZING HOTEL DISCOUNTS to any property in the TPG portfolio and MUCH MORE!

Benefits vary by location.

Part-Time Benefits Also Available!

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