Housekeeper / Laundry Attendant – Soweto We are currently looking for an attentive Housekeeper and / or Laundry Attendant to joinour establishment and to support the operations of the facilities in which the job candidatewill work.The successful candidate will be working in a fast-paced environment within the hospitalityindustry.Job responsibilities and duties will include:Maintain a record and / or inventory of which laundry belongs to whomFollow laundry care labels at all timesCheck incoming laundry for stains and / or damageIdentifying and reporting any laundry stains and / or damage and / or laundry to becondemned to managementRemoving stains from laundry by following and using the correct procedures as requiredKeep the need to stain treatment to a minimumHandle all laundry, laundry equipment and room items with absolute care and responsibilityPerforming minor sewing duties, if approved and requiredSort laundry by classification and colourSorting, washing, drying, ironing and folding all laundryDry Cleaning: Sort items for dry cleaning and report these items to management on theinventory listPre-treat and rinse heavily soiled laundryOperate the washing machine(s), tumble dryer(s) and hand iron(s) and all premisesmachinery effectively and responsiblyAdhere to all laundry machine instructions including load levels at all timesClean laundry machines and dispensers as requiredEnsure laundry machines are properly maintained and problems are reported tomanagementMaintain records of laundry washed and ready to be returnedMaintain cleanliness and orderliness of the laundry room and / or premises at all timesMonitor and ensure adequate supplies of cleaning materials and report additionalrequirements thereof to managementBe willing and available to perform any and all reasonable duties and responsibilities thatmay be required and instructed to be performed by managementCandidate Knowledge, Skills and Experience:Grade 12 or equivalentMust have own cell phoneMust have own reliable transportPrior experience within the hospitality industry is preferable, but not essentialFamiliarity with cleaning detergents and laundering equipmentAbility to stand for long periods, be physically fit, be able to lift up 10Kg unaidedMust be able to read and write in EnglishGood command of the English language & Good arithmetic or mathematical skillsPunctual, responsible, honest, trustworthy and dependable to fulfil obligationsAttention to detail and able to perform with minimal supervisionAbility to multitask and show initiative by taking control of assigned tasksAbility to find creative solutions taking ownership for duties and tasks assignedExcellent analytical and problem-solving ability.
Basic arithmetic skillsExcellent work ethic and outstanding time management skillsHands-on approach with a can-do work ethicExcellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skillsFriendly, professional and service orientedCommitment to delivering exceptional client service with a passion for the hospitalityindustryFlexible attitude to work hours over a 6 day roster, including weekends and public holidaysBe readily available to work on Sundays if required