Job type: Full-time
Location: Centurion, Gauteng
Job Overview
- Location: Centurion, Gauteng
- Job Title: Housekeeper / Laundry Attendant
- Education Level: High School / Matric
- Job Level: Intermediate
Housekeeper / Laundry Attendant – Centurion.
We are currently looking for an attentive Housekeeper and / or Laundry Attendant to join
our establishment and to support the operations of the facilities in which the job candidate
will work.
The successful candidate will be working in a fast-paced environment within the hospitality
industry.
Job responsibilities and duties will include:
- Maintain a record and / or inventory of which laundry belongs to whom
- Follow laundry care labels at all times
- Check incoming laundry for stains and / or damage
- Identifying and reporting any laundry stains and / or damage and / or laundry to be
condemned to management - Removing stains from laundry by following and using the correct procedures as required
- Keep the need to stain treatment to a minimum
- Handle all laundry, laundry equipment and room items with absolute care and responsibility
- Performing minor sewing duties, if approved and required
- Sort laundry by classification and colour
- Sorting, washing, drying, ironing and folding all laundry
- Dry Cleaning: Sort items for dry cleaning and report these items to management on the
inventory list - Pre-treat and rinse heavily soiled laundry
- Operate the washing machine(s), tumble dryer(s) and hand iron(s) and all premises
machinery effectively and responsibly - Adhere to all laundry machine instructions including load levels at all times
- Clean laundry machines and dispensers as required
- Ensure laundry machines are properly maintained and problems are reported to
management - Maintain records of laundry washed and ready to be returned
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the laundry room and / or premises at all times
- Monitor and ensure adequate supplies of cleaning materials and report additional
requirements thereof to management - Be willing and available to perform any and all reasonable duties and responsibilities that
may be required and instructed to be performed by management
Candidate Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- Grade: 8-12 OR Abet level 4
- Must have own cell phone
- Prior experience within the hospitality industry is preferable, but not essential
- Familiarity with cleaning detergents and laundering equipment
- Ability to stand for long periods, be physically fit, be able to lift up 10Kg unaided
- Must be able to read and write in English
- Good command of the English language & Good arithmetic or mathematical skills
- Punctual, responsible, honest, trustworthy and dependable to fulfil obligations
- Attention to detail and able to perform with minimal supervision
- Ability to multitask and show initiative by taking control of assigned tasks
- Ability to find creative solutions taking ownership for duties and tasks assigned
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability. Basic arithmetic skills
- Excellent work ethic and outstanding time management skills
- Hands-on approach with a can-do work ethic
- Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Friendly, professional and service oriented
- Commitment to delivering exceptional client service with a passion for the hospitality
industry - Flexible attitude to work hours over a 6 day roster, including weekends and public holidays
- Be readily available to work on Sundays if required