LEAD LAUNDRY AIDE

Farmington Country Club•Charlottesville, VA

46d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Laundry Aide is responsible for overseeing daily laundry operations at the country club, ensuring all linens, towels, uniforms, and specialty items meet the club’s high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and care. This role will play a key part in preparing and transitioning operations into the club’s new facility opening in March 2026, including helping establish workflows, training staff, and maintaining efficiency. The Lead Laundry Aide directly supervises four laundry team members and works hands-on alongside the team.

Requirements

Previous laundry or housekeeping experience required; lead or supervisory experience preferred
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to lead by example and work hands-on
Excellent attention to detail and quality control
Reliable, flexible, and professional demeanor
Ability to lift and carry up to 40–50 pounds
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and repetitive motions
Ability to work in a warm, fast-paced laundry environment
Flexible schedule required, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

Experience in hotels, resorts, private clubs, or luxury hospitality environments a plus

Responsibilities

Lead, train, and supervise a team of four laundry aides
Assign daily tasks and monitor productivity and quality
Provide on-the-job training for proper laundry techniques, safety, and equipment use
Serve as point of contact for laundry operations in the absence of management
Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment
Oversee washing, drying, folding, and distribution of towels, linens, uniforms, and specialty items
Ensure proper sorting, chemical usage, and care for various fabric types
Inspect items for cleanliness, damage, and presentation; remove and report damaged items
Maintain inventory levels of linens; communicate needs to management
Ensure timely turnaround to support locker rooms, food & beverage, golf operations, and events
Assist in setting up laundry operations in the new facility
Help establish workflows, schedules, and storage organization
Support training on new equipment and procedures
Assist with opening readiness and post-opening adjustments
Operate and oversee commercial washers, dryers, folders, and presses
Ensure equipment is properly cleaned, maintained, and reported for service when needed
Follow all safety, sanitation, and chemical handling procedures (SDS compliance)
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laundry area at all times