Laundry Attendant

Highgate; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 16,531 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

Highgate Hotels in Scarborough, ME is seeking a House Laundry Attendant to wash, iron, fold and distribute linens for the Portland/Scarborough residence. This on-site role supports guest satisfaction and hotel operations by ensuring clean towels, napkins and table linens are readily available.

The position requires flexibility with hours, the ability to stand for extended periods, and the physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work long and varying hours.
• Stamina to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Maintain high personal appearance standards and grooming.
• Commitment to complying with hotel standards and safety rules.
• Team-oriented and courteous to guests and staff.

Responsibilities

• Wash, iron, fold and distribute soiled linens, towels and tablecloths.
• Load/Unload washes and operate laundry equipment per standards.
• Sort linens by type, color and size; pre-treat stained items.
• Keep work area clean; maintain equipment and dryer filters.
• Ensure guest satisfaction through timely, quality linen service.

Job description

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com

Location

Residence Inn Portland/Scarborough

800 Roundwood DrScarborough, ME 04074

Overview

The House Laundry Attendant is responsible for washing, ironing, folding and distributing all soiled linens, towels, napkins and tablecloths.

Responsibilities

• Employees must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to guests, managers and fellow employees
• Understand operation of washing machines and dryers.
• Load and unload washes according to standards.
• Wash and dry all dirty linens, towels, rags, etc.
• Sort all hotel linen according to type, color, size, etc.
• Pre-treat all stained linen before washing.
• Clean dryer filter daily and maintain all equipment as trained.
• Operate iron as per standard and ensure that it is shut off at the end of day.
• Sweep and mop laundry floors, storing all linens off the floor.
• Fold towels and linens.
• Remove and sort dirty linens and towels from laundry carts.
• Keep laundry carts clean and free of debris.
• Maintain clean work area.
• Sort clean laundry according to type and load carts.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations