Laundry Attendant - Housekeeping Department

Peregrine Hospitality; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Peregrine Hospitality is seeking a Laundry Attendant to support cleanliness of guest rooms, respond to service requests, and stock supplies for the housekeeping team. The role involves lifting, moving linens and maintaining orderly work areas to ensure guest comfort and safety.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma or GED and at least 3 months of housekeeping or similar experience, with a focus on efficiency, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping or similar environment is preferred.
• Strong emphasis on safety, efficiency and guest satisfaction.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Switch linen racks daily and ensure supplies are fully stocked.
• Clean drinking glasses for guest rooms.
• Stock housekeeping carts with supplies.
• Deliver supplies directly to room attendants.
• Respond promptly to guest service requests and anticipate guests’ needs.
• Maintain cleanliness of guestroom floors, hallways and public areas.
• Use appropriate cleaning chemicals per OSHA and hotel standards.
• Transport supplies and linens to assigned rooms and staff.
• Remove trash and debris and complete routine projects.
• Ensure lost and found items are handed to supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Why work for Us?

At Peregrine Hospitality, we believe that exceptional experiences are created by passionate and talented people. By joining our Team, you become part of a culture that values excellence, innovation, and genuine hospitality.

Position Summary

As a Laundry Attendant, you will be responsible for supporting and ensuring the cleanliness of guest rooms/floors and responding to guest service requests.

Essential Functions

• Switch linen racks daily and ensure supplies are fully stocked.
• Responsible for cleaning drinking glasses for guest rooms.
• Stock housekeeping carts with supplies.
• Stock linen closets with amenities and supplies for room attendants and deliver supplies directly to room attendants.
• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests service requests.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas including guestroom floors, hallways and public areas, stairwells, linen closets, vending areas, and foyers.
• Use correct cleaning chemicals for designated surfaces, according to OSHA regulations and hotel requirements.
• Transport cart with cleaning supplies, amenities and linens to assigned guest room and room attendants securely and in a timely manner.
• Remove all trash, dust, debris and foreign particles.
• Complete reoccurring projects including shampoo, vacuum floors, pick up trash.
• Ensure all guestroom hallways are clean and clear of trash, debris or items.
• Refurnishes housekeeping with supplies, towels etc. as required in designated areas.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Turn over any lost and found items from guest rooms to the Supervisor.
• Follow 4 Keys service standards, standard operation procedures, and safety standards.
• Follow safety and security procedures.
• Work cohesively with co-workers and all departments as part of a team.
• Follow all appropriate policies and procedures while constantly striving to improve standards of operations.
• Adhere to attendance and reliability standards.
• Follow all additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills And Abilities

• Understand the mission, vision, and goals of the hotel.
• Must be able to prioritize and work efficiently with limited supervision.
• Must be detail oriented and able to multi-task efficiently.
• Must be able to speak and understand and communicate the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Must possess excellent communication, follow-up, and organizational skills.
• Must have the ability to push, pull, bend, squat and lift on a regular basis up to 50 pounds.
• Safety requirements of PPE as needed for duty assigned and with use of required tools and equipment.
• Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize, organize and follow-up.
• Be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment.
• Follow directions thoroughly; understand a guest’s service needs; work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
• Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas.
• Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding.

Job Qualifications/Requirements

Education: High School diploma or GED equivalence preferred

Experience: Minimum 3 months housekeeping or relevant experience

Additional: Will be required to work flexible scheduled shifts based on business needs

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Flexible and long hours sometimes required
• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to hear, understand and communicate orally and in writing to communicate with staff, vendors, and guests a normal in-person and phone conversation
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, and kneel

Disclaimer

All duties and requirements stated are essential job functions. This description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all functions that an associate in the position may be asked to perform. This does not create an employee contract, express implied, or otherwise, and does not alter the “at will” employment relationship of the employer or employee. Management reserves the right to change, modify and/or alter any of the duties listed to meet business needs.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to complying with the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all other applicable equal opportunity laws. Peregrine Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran and Drug Free.

Peregrine Hospitality participates in E-Verify. Upon hire, your employment will be contingent on proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States, which will be confirmed through the federal E-Verify system.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.