Laundry Attendant

POSITION SUMMARY

Operates laundering area to clean, dry, and fold guest room linens. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Sorts linen into appropriate groups for washing. Separates stained linen from other dirty linen, and treats according to policy and procedures. Logs discarded linen on “Discarded linen” sheet. Loads linens into washers, sets machine controls and starts machine.

Removes clean wet linen from washers and places in dryers. Sets dryer controls for specific time cycle and start dryer. Removes linen from dryer, folds, and places on appropriate storage rack/room. Promptly notifies supervisor of all equipment breakdowns. Maintains immediate work area, and sweeps and mops floors as needed.

Keeps shelves and supplies well stocked and organized. Informs supervisor of any shortages in inventory or supplies. Cleans out washers and dryer. Checks drums and replenishes cleaning agents as needed. Cleans lint traps on dryers at the beginning and end of the day. Ensures that outside door is closed at all time and locked.

May assist room attendants in collecting and delivering soiled linens to laundry room. May assist room attendants with cleaning duties. Maintains compliance with company policies, practices, procedures and safety standards. Reports in proper uniform, which is cleaned and pressed. Attends and participates in staff meetings.

Performs other duties as assigned.