Laundry Attendant - The Ritz-Carlton

Sage Hospitality Group•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Laundry Attendant processes soiled linen and distributes clean linen according to standard operating procedures, in a safe and accident-free manner. This role supports the hotel’s guest experience by ensuring linens and garments are clean, properly finished, inspected, and ready for use.

Requirements

No formal education is needed.
Excellent vision for cleanliness standards and quality control.
Minimal hearing is necessary for one-on-one communication; accommodations may be provided.
Minimal speech communication skills are required for one-on-one communication; accommodations may be provided.
Minimal literacy is required.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 pounds of linen and carry up to 50 pounds.
Frequent bending while loading and unloading washers and dryers, sorting linen, and folding.
Continuous movement throughout the department and continuous standing for 100% of the shift.

Nice To Haves

Prior laundry experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

Receive and sort soiled linen into appropriate containers while following safety practices.
Process sorted linen using washers, dryers, sheet spreaders, ironers, and feeder/folders; inspect finished items to ensure they meet quality standards.
Follow hazardous chemical procedures and ensure bloodied linen does not return to supplies.
Regularly inspect linen for tears, holes, or other substandard conditions and remove unsuitable items from guest inventory.
Keep the assigned work area clean and safe.
Empty lint traps after each load to support equipment and building safety.
Notify a supervisor about malfunctioning equipment, needed supplies, or damaged linens.
Stock and prepare linen carts for delivery to guest room floors.