Laundry Attendant

PERG online; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Hotels & Resorts in Richmond, VA is seeking a Laundry Attendant to ensure timely processing of linens and uphold guest satisfaction. You will operate all laundry equipment, sort and transport items, and maintain department cleanliness in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Candidates should be able to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 pounds, and work flexible hours including nights and weekends. English communication skills and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Stand for up to 8 hours per shift.
• Lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Push/pull carts up to 250 pounds often.
• Flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Able to communicate in English with guests and staff.
• Able to work in a fast-paced hotel environment and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Sort dirty linen from the chute and prepare for processing.
• Pickup dirty linen from Food & Beverage outlets and banquets.
• Operate washers, dryers, ironers and other laundry equipment.
• Process specialty items with smaller washers/dryers for guests.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the department.
• Follow OSHA safety and sanitation regulations.
• Participate in monthly linen inventories.
• Support co-workers and maintain professional conduct.
• Maintain a professional appearance per Omni standards.
• Respond to emergencies to ensure a safe working and guest environment.
• Attend required department trainings and meetings.
• Perform any other duties as required by management.

Skills

Stamina

Multi-tasking

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Tools

Payroll systems

Job description

Laundry Attendant

Overview:

Laundry Attendants play an integral role in exceeding guest expectations and creating guest loyalty. This position ensures that all linens are processed in a timely manner meeting the standards of Omni Hotels & Resorts.

Responsibilities:

• Sorting of dirty linen from laundry chute to be processed.
• Pickup of dirty linen from Food & Beverage Outlets/Banquets.
• Operating all washers, dryers, ironers and other laundry equipment.
• Operating smaller washers/dryers to process specialty items or special requests for guests.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the department at all times.
• Adhere by safety and sanitization regulations as instructed by OSHA and the Omni Hotels & Resorts.
• Take part in monthly linen inventories.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect and cooperation among co-workers. Treats co-workers fairly and equitably.
• Maintain a professional, neat and organized appearance according to Omni standards.
• Respond swiftly and effectively in any emergency or safety situations. Ensure a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury or accident.
• Attend all required department trainings and meetings.
• Perform any other duties required by management.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to stand in work station for up to 8 hours per shift
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must be able to push and pull carts up to 250 pounds often throughout the shift.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch on a regular basis.
• Must be able to travel to various areas of the hotel to pick/deliver linen items in allotted time provided.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours as needed during busy times and high-profile events, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to handle multiple priorities.
• Must possess the ability to handle stressful and busy hotel operations. Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor and composure at all times.
• Must have the ability to report to work on time and when scheduled.
• Must have the ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must meet standards of appearance and maintain a high level of personal hygiene at all time.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, management, and co-workers.
• Computer literacy to include: Payroll systems