Laundry Attendant - Hampton Inn Midway

Endeavor Hotels; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampton Inn Chicago Midway Airport is seeking a Laundry Attendant to wash, dry, fold, and distribute hotel linens and towels, ensuring a steady supply of clean linens for guestrooms and operations. This role supports brand standards by handling laundry efficiently, safely, and with quality.

You will operate commercial washers and dryers, sort by type, color, and washing requirements, inspect for stains and damage, maintain inventory, and deliver clean items to housekeeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous laundry, housekeeping, hotel, or janitorial experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial washers, dryers, and laundry equipment safely and efficiently.
• Sort and separate linens, towels, uniforms, and other laundry items by type, color, and washing requirements.
• Wash, dry, fold, press, and prepare linens according to hotel standards.
• Inspect laundry for stains, damage, wear, and discoloration.
• Maintain adequate inventory of clean linens and towels.
• Deliver clean linens and laundry supplies to housekeeping areas.
• Keep laundry facilities clean and organized.
• Follow proper chemical handling and safety procedures.
• Report equipment maintenance needs promptly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Independent worker

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Laundry AttendantHampton Inn Chicago Midway AirportDepartment: HousekeepingReports To: Executive Housekeeper / Housekeeping ManagerFLSA Status: Non-ExemptPosition SummaryThe Laundry Attendant is responsible for washing, drying, folding, sorting, and distributing hotel linens, towels, uniforms, and other laundry items to ensure a consistent supply of clean, high-quality linens for guestrooms and hotel operations. This position helps maintain Hampton Inn brand standards by ensuring all laundry is handled efficiently, safely, and with attention to quality and cleanliness.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesOperate commercial washers, dryers, and laundry equipment safely and efficiently.Sort and separate linens, towels, uniforms, and other laundry items by type, color, and washing requirements.Wash, dry, fold, press, and prepare linens according to hotel standards.Inspect laundry for stains, damage, wear, and discoloration.Maintain adequate inventory of clean linens and towels.Deliver clean linens and laundry supplies to housekeeping areas.Keep laundry facilities clean and organized.Follow proper chemical handling and safety procedures.Report equipment maintenance needs promptly.Work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts as needed.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred. Previous laundry, housekeeping, hotel, or janitorial experience preferred but not required. Ability to work independently, maintain attention to detail, and lift up to 50 pounds.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for extended periods; frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling.Hampton Inn Service StandardsDeliver friendly and courteous service, maintain professionalism, follow Hilton brand standards, and support guest satisfaction.