Laundry Attendant

**Laundry Attendant**

The hotel is currently recruiting for a** Laundry Attendant.**The Laundry Attendant performs all laundry duties and is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of all linens. The Laundry Attendant must be able to prioritize linen requirements to ensure a proper supply is ready for guest rooms.

**What We Offer**
- Work with like-minded team members who are passionate about their work and keep things fun, every day
- Working with a reputable brand and being part of Silver Hotel Group, a company committed to ensuring a culture of respect, appreciation, and fun (among other things of course)
- A fast-paced environment in an exciting industry, where you get the chance to meet people from all over the world. It’s a good place to be right now
- Education Reimbursement for you (and your children)
- Annual Wellness Credit
- Team Member Referral Program
- Leadership Development
- Team Building Events
- Culture of Recognition Program
- Hotel Stay Discounts

**Key Responsibilities**

Reporting to the Executive Housekeeper, the Laundry Attendant is responsible for:

- Ensures maximum cleaning effectiveness by sorting laundry prior to washing according to fabric type, colour, and item;
- Pulls damaged and/or stained linen prior to loading washers;
- Ensures maximum loading capacity by weighing bed linens prior to washing;
- Loads washers and dryers to recommended weights;
- Saves energy by setting dryers for proper heating and cooling times;
- Places only proper linens in the dryer to be dried;
- Operates, maintains, and cleans laundry equipment according to standards;
- Informs Supervisor or Management of any mechanical failures or supply shortages, so corrective action can be implemented;
- Presses and folds all linen;
- Assists in delivering linen to closets and storage areas;
- Other Duties as assigned.

**What We are Looking for...**
- Proven customer service skills.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods of time;
- Must be able to work safely with a variety of cleaning chemicals;
- Ability to be a team player while also working independently;
- Must be available to work all shifts including every weekend and at times on short notice;
**About Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre**

The Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre is both the largest full-service hotel in Northwestern Ontario and the most unique. Located just minutes away from the Thunder Bay International Airport and near to some of the city’s main attractions, The Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre is perfectly situated for any traveling to Thunder Bay. With a wide array of accommodations ranging from Executive Suites to Family Rooms and even Pet-Friendly Rooms, the Hotel boasts 265 rooms meeting every traveler’s needs.

**About Us**

Silver Hotel Group (SHG) is a family-owned Canadian hotel investment, development, and management company. Our portfolio includes hotels in Canada and the U.S. and ranges from internationally branded full and select-service hotels to independent and boutique hotels. At SHG, our culture is fundamental to our success. Each empowered team member strives to exhibit passion, creativity, and fun every day. Together, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences by living our core values as our road map: Accountability, Teamwork, Leadership, Diversity, Integrity, Giving, Fun, and Recognition. As we continue to grow, our mantra “You Matter” resonates with our 600+ team members in how we do business, which will continue to enhance engagement and retention. Today, we look for new team members who demonstrate both aptitude and the passion to embrace and contribute to our Culture.

Help us build something exceptional

The Silver Hotel Group believes in outstanding hospitality and takes seriously its obligations under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are committed to respecting the independence and dignity of all persons by providing a barrier-free environment for all guests, colleagues, and job applicants. Accommodations are available upon request for all applicants with a disability throughout the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources at 905-362-9480. The Silver Hotel Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.