Hotel Laundry Attendant

About Company:

At Fair Oaks Farms, we provide an immersive experience where guests come to explore family-owned farms and reconnect with nature, animals, and our planet. Recognized as the #1 agritourism destination in the Midwest, we provide an escape to the country with acres of great fun, fresh food, and learning for the entire family. Our scenic campus includes a variety of offerings, enrichment programs, tours, and a connection to the community where our guests can learn about our animals, farming practices, and nutrition. We offer multiple elegant event spaces that accommodate everything from conferences to weddings and concerts. We delight our guests with our kitchen’s mouth-watering farm-to-table food and provide relaxing accommodations with our on-site hotel. But our greatest strength is our founder-led team. It is the passion, entrepreneurial mindset, and hard work of over 300 dedicated team members that make a difference in the lives of our guests. Working together as a family, our team brings forth the enthusiasm, creativity, and collaboration to provide an exceptional agritourism experience for our guests and fulfill our vision to feed the world’s heart, mind, and body.

About the Role:

The Hotel Laundry Attendant plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and presentation standards of the hotel by efficiently managing the laundering of linens, towels, uniforms, and other fabric items. This position ensures that all laundry items are cleaned, dried, folded, and delivered promptly to meet the operational needs of the hotel, contributing directly to guest satisfaction and overall hotel hygiene. The attendant will operate and maintain laundry equipment, monitor inventory of laundry supplies, and adhere to safety and quality standards throughout the laundering process. Attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential to ensure that all items are handled with care and returned in excellent condition. Ultimately, this role supports the hotel's commitment to providing a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment for all guests and staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a laundry or housekeeping role preferred but not required.
• Ability to operate commercial laundry equipment safely.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy loads up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Basic understanding of fabric care and laundry procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a hotel or hospitality environment.
• Knowledge of industrial laundry chemicals and safety protocols.
• Familiarity with inventory management and record-keeping.
• Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities:

• Sort, wash, dry, fold, and iron hotel linens, towels, and staff uniforms according to established procedures and fabric care guidelines.
• Operate commercial laundry machines and equipment safely and efficiently, performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting minor issues as needed.
• Inspect laundered items for stains, damage, or wear and report any issues to management for appropriate action.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the laundry area, including proper storage of detergents, chemicals, and supplies.
• Coordinate with housekeeping and other departments to ensure timely delivery and pickup of laundry items to meet daily operational demands.
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to laundry operations and chemical handling.
• Record and report laundry usage, inventory levels, and any equipment malfunctions to supervisors.

Skills:

The required skills enable the Laundry Attendant to operate machinery and handle fabrics properly to maintain quality and efficiency in daily operations. Attention to detail is critical for identifying stains or damage and ensuring all items meet cleanliness standards before distribution. Physical stamina and manual dexterity are essential for managing heavy loads and repetitive tasks safely. Preferred skills such as knowledge of chemical safety and inventory management help optimize workflow and maintain a safe working environment. Effective communication and time management skills support coordination with other hotel departments to meet operational deadlines and guest expectations.