Hotel Housekeeper and General Assistant

Candidate Key Performance Outputs

• Check incoming laundry for stains and / or damage
• 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
• 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

Candidate Requirements/Experience

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• 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
• 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

If you have not been responded to within 21 days of the closing date please accept that your application was not successful.