POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for the complete upkeep and smooth functioning of the laundry

department. The laundry attendant should possess knowledge of all

equipment and how it operates. The position also works closely with

housekeeping to ensure proper inventory levels are supplied to the floors in

a timely and efficient manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Formulates washing formula for stained loads and all other laundry products processed through the laundry area including food and beverage items.

2. Sorts dirty linen by product type.

3. Identifies worn and torn linen and keeps track of rag outs on a discard

form.

4. Participates in monthly linen inventory.

5. Ensures the washing of linen is up to standard before placing into

inventory.

6. Communicates any maintenance and upkeep issues to appropriate

person relating to all laundry equipment.

7. Coordinates with the Engineering Department any routine maintenance

of the equipment or outstanding repairs.

8. Suggests methods for increasing laundry efficiency.

9. Organizes linen in such a way that it is sorted by type, loaded on carts

and put up neatly on the linen storage racks.

10. Works in a fast paced environment with time constraints and timing

deadlines related to production standards and requirements.

11. Multitasking with linen in various machines running at the same time

with different products.

12. Ensures that the proper amount of linen is ready and available to

disperse to the guest floors. Shortages of linen in the housekeeping

storage areas should not exist.

13. Main duties include folding linen and terry cloth items in a neat pristine

fashion.

14. Sets the wash and dry cycles on the machines based on products

being laundered.

15. Ensures that work is closely coordinated with housekeeping to

determine the proper level of products is kept in the laundry storage

areas on the guest floors.

16. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and

holidays.

17. Performs other reasonable duties as directed by the leadership team.

18. Understands that business demands sometimes make it necessary to

move employees from their accustomed shifts to other shifts.

19. Maintains a professional appearance in appropriate uniform.

20. Maintains the cleanliness and neatness of the laundry area and the

equipment.

21. Possesses the ability to work well with other team members.

22. Attends department meetings as required.

23. Knows all safety and emergency procedures.

24. Must demonstrate a positive attitude with an outgoing and friendly

personality towards all guests when in guest areas.