Home like comfort meets modern convenience at Fairfield Inn & Suites Marshall. Our extended-stay hotel places you near popular destinations, including Josey Ranch, the U.S. Federal Courthouse, East Texas Baptist University, Wiley College and Jefferson, Texas.
The hotel laundry attendant manages the cleaning, sorting, folding, and distributing of linens, towels, and bedding to ensure guest rooms are supplied. Key duties include operating industrial washers/dryers, stain treatment, maintaining inventory, and cleaning the laundry area, with roles requiring high physical stamina and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
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Linen Processing: Sorting, washing, drying, folding, and ironing linens, towels, and uniforms.
- Stain Management: Treating stains on linens using specific cleaning agents.
- Inventory & Supplies: Tracking linen inventory, monitoring cleaning supplies, and reporting shortages or damaged items.
- Maintenance: Cleaning and maintaining commercial laundry machines, such as cleaning dryer filters.
- Safety & Sanitation: Operating machines according to safety protocols and keeping the workspace clean.
Skills and Qualifications
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Physical Stamina: Ability to lift heavy laundry bags, stand for long periods, and work in warm conditions.
- Efficiency: Ability to manage high volumes of laundry during busy times.
- Detail-Oriented: Ensuring high-quality cleaning standards and proper folding, particularly for fitted sheets.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with commercial cleaning equipment and chemical agents.
Job Requirements
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Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is often required.
- Experience: Previous hotel housekeeping or laundry experience is preferred by many employers.
- Schedule: Often requires flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and evening shifts.
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