Laundry Room Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Laundry Supervisor

You are vital to the success of your department because you know the importance of clean linens and fresh towels and how to make them happen. You know the equipment, your team and you have the ability to motivate your staff to make it happen. You are the Laundry Supervisor. In the role of Laundry Supervisor, you will:

• Be a Role Model –you know what it takes to do the job and are willing to pitch in and help your managers, your laundry team and – when needed - the room attendants. You have your role but do whatever needs doing – training, coaching, cleaning, inspecting. You know it all and can do it all.

• Be a Details Person – you know just how to supervise and assist a diverse team of employees engaged in the cleaning and maintenance of housekeeping and food & beverage linens so they come out perfect. This includes communicating clearly so your team understands what is needed/expected as well as inspecting the washing, drying, ironing and folding of these linens so they – and our expensive equipment - are cared for properly.

• Be “The Scheduler” – at management’s request, schedule your co-workers to meet business demands, taking any special guest requests as well as employee time off requests into consideration. Understand you may need to juggle work assignments to keep the team happy while always providing an exceptional product. But you can do it – you are “The Scheduler”!

• Be Safety Conscious – you understand how to train your team to work safely and efficiently and per OSHA guidelines. You also understand when and how to report issues to maintenance and/or security.

Job Requirements

To be successful in this role you should have at least one year of progressive experience in a hotel or related field, with prior supervisory experience preferred. Must know how to effectively use the various pieces of equipment/tools used in housekeeping. A high school diploma or equivalent preferred. Physical requirements include the ability to perform medium work – exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. This role requires the ability to stand for long periods of time and walk long distances, with the ability to kneel, bend, stretch, twist or reach with your body and arms, as well as the ability to work under variable temperatures and noise levels. Long hours sometimes required. Must be able to multi task. Must possess the ability to convey and understand information and ideas in English.