Laundry Attendant

The Bidwell Hotel�and�High Horse Restaurant + Bar is seeking a Laundry Attendant�to join our team. The ideal candidate will be energized by the idea of providing outstanding service to our guests and stellar support to our associates.

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The Bidwell is a luxury hotel in downtown Portland offering guests easy access to the city’s shopping, dining, and top attractions. Those seeking a quintessentially Portland flavor enjoy our hip�High Horse Restaurant and Bar�featuring an elevated selection of regionally inspired food and drinks. When a relaxing oasis is the destination, our exclusive M Club Lounge is the perfect spacious yet cozy refuge. Groups are served with VIP status in our event space, and private dining room. Our staff is tuned in to discover how we can personalize the guest experience to put The Bidwell and High Horse Restaurant + Bar among great memories shared and repeated.

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Work where you belong!

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As part of Sage Hospitality Group, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We believe in enriching lives one experience at a time. More than a slogan, we empower our employees to make positive impacts on the communities in which we live and work. By providing genuine service we build relationships with our guests and value for our shareholders, and we create unforgettable experiences.

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We are looking for independent thinkers. Those who harness their entrepreneurial spirit so that it breaks preconceived notions. We’re not afraid to forge our own path. After all, it’s what industry leaders do. That’s why we welcome risk takers and creative spirits alike. No matter your daily role, Sage recognizes that your success is about more than the work you do—it’s really about who you are, which is why we invest in your personal and professional growth. We hope you consider joining us!

Process soiled linen and distribute clean linen in accordance with standard operating procedures in a safe, accident-free manner, as assigned by management.

• Receive and sort soiled linen into appropriate containers following all safety practices.
• Process sorted linen utilizing the washers, dryers, sheet spreaders, ironers, and feeder/folders ensuring finished product is inspected and meets quality standards.
• Follow all hazardous chemical procedures and ensure bloodied linen does not return to supplies.
• Inspect linen on a regular basis for tears, holes or sub-standard conditions and remove from guest inventory.
• Maintain assigned work area in a clean and safe condition.
• Empty lint traps after each load to ensure safety of equipment and building.
• Notify supervisor of malfunctioning equipment, supplies needed, damaged linens, to ensure laundry operation is running at maximum efficiency level.
• Ensure linen carts are stocked and prepared to be delivered to guest room floors.

Education/Formal Training

No formal education needed.

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Experience

Prior laundry experience desirable

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Knowledge/Skills

• Minimal hearing necessary for one-one-one communication, accommodations may be provided.
• Excellent vision necessary; emphasis on cleanliness standards and quality control.
• Minimal speech communication skills required for one-on-one communication, accommodations may be provided.
• Minimal literacy is required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting up to 75 lbs. of linen; pushing up to 75 lbs. of linen; pulling up to 75 lbs. of linen; carrying up to 50 lbs. of linen.
• Bending -frequent bending while loading/unloading washers/dryers, sorting linen and folding. No kneeling.
• Mobility -continuous movement throughout department. Continuous standing -100% of shift.

Environment

Excessive heat and humidity in laundry. Inside 95% of shift.

• 10 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, sick time
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Basic Life and ADD insurance
• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. $500+ per referral.