Housekeeper / Laundry Attendant - MSF Business Solutions

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 for 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
  maybe required and instructed to be performed by management

Candidate Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Must have own cell phone
• Must have own reliable transport
• 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 ability to perform with minimal supervision
• Ability to multitask and show initiative by taking control of assigned tasks
• Ability to find creative solutions taking ownership of 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 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