Laundry Attendant

Four Seasons; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara is seeking a Laundry Attendant to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness for guest room linen, F&B linen, and staff uniforms. You will manage washing, folding, and organizing linen while ensuring safety and accuracy in daily operations.

We value candidates with at least 6 months in a luxury hotel environment, strong English reading/writing ability, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills required.
• Ability to read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Handle and care for guest room linen, F&B linen, and employee uniforms.
• Maintain clean and organized laundry area and equipment.
• Count, bag, fold, press, and steam linen; store for rooms and outlets.
• Operate washing machines, ironer, and folding equipment safely.
• Keep daily records of laundry activities and uphold Four Seasons standards.

Skills

Communication

English literacy

Team player

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Why us? Why here? Why now? Working at the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore in Santa Barbara offers more than just a career-it's a chance to thrive in one of the world's most idyllic settings. From the moment you arrive, the resort feels like a peaceful escape, surrounded by lush gardens and ocean breezes that make every day feel special. You'll be part of a team that crafts unique spaces, where Spanish coastal elegance meets modern design, creating an environment that's both vibrant and welcoming. Whether you live in Santa Barbara, Ventura, Goleta, Ojai, or Santa Ynez, you'll enjoy the Mediterranean climate, easy access to world-class beaches, and proximity to renowned wine country for days-off escapes. The sense of community runs deep, and working here means becoming part of something timeless, where the resort's storied past blends seamlessly with today's luxury. Whether you're sharing the resort's beauty with guests or simply taking in the sunset on your way home, every moment here is unforgettable.

Looking for a talented Laundry Attendant to join our team and significantly contribute to reopen our newly remodeled resort in the American Riviera, Santa Barbara!

What you will do:

As a Laundry Attendant , you will play a vital part in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation. Your responsibilities will include handling and caring for guest room linen, Food & Beverage linen, and employee uniforms, Ensuring the laundry environment is clean and well-maintained, Counting, bagging, folding, pressing, and steaming linen and organizing and storing linen for rooms and Food & Beverage outlets.

Some of the key functions of this role are:

• Sorts linens into appropriate categories for washing and ensures correct handling procedures.
• Loads and unloads washing machines and dryers safely and efficiently.
• Feeds washed linens into the ironer and retrieves folded items, stacking or hanging clean linens as appropriate.
• Sorts clean towels, rugs, robes, and other items using both automated towel‑folding equipment and manual folding techniques.
• Places folded products on the appropriate racks, ensuring proper organization, rotation, and availability for operational needs.
• Operates and maintains folding and ironing equipment, strictly following safety procedures; promptly reports any issues or deficiencies to the Assistant Laundry Manager.
• Supports general laundry and linen room operations and assumes additional tasks when required.
• Maintains accurate daily records of laundry activities.
• Keeps the work area clean, tidy, and fully compliant with Four Seasons standards.
• Collaborates with colleagues and participates in training sessions to enhance technical and behavioral skills.
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to function under pressure, set priorities and adjust to changing conditions
• Uses towel folder and manual folding for bath towels, washcloths, rugs and robes.
• Places folded product on appropriate rack.
• Operates and maintains folding & ironer equipment while following safety procedures. Reports any problems or deficiencies to manager.

What you bring:

We are looking for individuals who have:

• Minimum 6 months of experience in a similar role, in a luxury hotel setting preferred.
• Knowledge of commercial laundry
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to read and write in English
• Ability to grasp, bend, and stoop; push or pull heavy loads weighing up to 50 lbs. Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time up to 8 hours a day.
• Applicants to have current work authorization in the in the United States. Ability to speak Spanish strongly preferred.
• Enjoy working in a dynamic, creative and fast-paced environment.
• Outgoing and people-oriented personality.
• Effective interpersonal skills and a great team player.
• Schedule & Hours: This position requires flexible availability in working mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.