Housekeeping Laundry Attendant

Location

Providence Hotel

The Omni Providence is a landmark hotel in Rhode Island. This hotel is located in the exciting city of Providence and is attached to the Rhode Island Convention Center, Dunkin Donuts Convention Center, as well as the Providence Place Mall.

Guests find themselves in walking distance to everything the city has to offer from historical sights to amazing restaurants.

The Omni Providence a beautiful Convention Hotel but our associates are what separate us from the rest of the hotels. Our culture provides an atmosphere that allows our associates to learn and grow in their professional development in a fun environment.

We strongly encourage promotions from within our company, and as a result, our staff has a solid hospitality foundation.

Our diverse staff comes from many different countries in the world and provides a fantastic atmosphere to develop both from a professional and personal level.

Although we offer a complete benefit package for all of our full-time associates, all of our associates are provided the greatest benefit of all which is opportunity .

Job Description

Laundry Attendants play an integral role in exceeding guest expectations and creating guest loyalty. This position ensures that all linens are processed in a timely manner meeting the standards of Omni Hotels & Resorts.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Sorting of dirty linen from laundry chute to be processed.
• Pickup of dirty linen from Food & Beverage Outlets / Banquets.
• Operating all washers, dryers, ironers and other laundry equipment.
• Operating smaller washers / dryers to process specialty items or special requests for guests.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the department at all times.
• Adhere by safety and sanitization regulations as instructed by OSHA and the Omni Hotels & Resorts.
• Take part in monthly linen inventories.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect and cooperation among co-workers. Treats co-workers fairly and equitably.
• Maintain a professional, neat and organized appearance according to Omni Boston Seaport standards.
• Respond swiftly and effectively in any emergency or safety situations. Ensure a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury or accident.
• Attend all required department trainings and meetings.
• Perform any other duties required by management.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand in work station for up to 8 hours per shift
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must be able to push and pull carts up to 250 pounds often throughout the shift.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch on a regular basis.
• Must be able to travel to various areas of the hotel to pick / deliver linen items in allotted time provided.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours as needed during busy times and high-profile events, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to handle multiple priorities.
• Must possess the ability to handle stressful and busy hotel operations. Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor and composure at all times.
• Must have the ability to report to work on time and when scheduled.
• Must have the ability to stand and / or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must meet standards of appearance and maintain a high level of personal hygiene at all time.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, management, and co-workers.
• Computer literacy to include : Payroll systems

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets / disability.