Job Description

The Westin Nova Scotian, in the Seaport District, offers travellers a relaxing retreat with stunning views of Halifax Harbour in a location central to restaurants and attractions. Our modern, upscale rooms and suites feature luxurious accommodations with contemporary amenities.

We are passionate professional hoteliers dedicated to the art of hospitality!

Our team members are dedicated to providing exceptional personalized service to our guests; our dedication to the customer shows in everything we do.

We put people first! We take care of our associates who in turn take care of the customers. Our customers are our associates, guests, owners, investors and communities. Mutual respect is at the heart of every customer exchange.

Laundry Attendant- The Westin Nova Scotian
You of all people understand the importance our guests place on clean linens and fresh towels. You take pride in the work you produce and know how to work efficiently, yet safely. You enjoy working with your friendly hard working housekeeping team members to ensure each guest experiences the feeling of a "home away from home".

In the role of Laundry Attendant you will:

• Focus on Details -- as you work with our laundry systems, linens, towels ,etc. be sure to keep an eagle eye on quality. Report anything missing or in need of repair in addition to any supplies that need reordering. In this role you will wash, dry, iron, fold and deliver linens so you have plenty of opportunity to see the quality of the product.
• Be Organized -- Keep your clean linens organized so they are readily accessible to those who need them.
• Be a Team Player -- help your coworkers by pitching in as needed.
• Be a Safety & Security Agent -- follow your hotel's established safety and security policies & procedures, reporting problems as needed.

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Requirements

Job Requirements

To be successful in this role you must be able to:

• work safely with various pieces of equipment, e.g. sheet folder machine, ironer, washers, dryers, etc. as well as with chemicals and various other pieces of cleaning equipment.
• work long hours much of which is spent standing.
• perform medium intensity 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,
• prioritize and multi task,
• bend, stretch, twist or reach with your body and arms, work under variable temperatures and noise levels,
• see details at close range,
• to convey and understand information and ideas in English, multilinqualism is an asset.

It is essential that you:

• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service oriented manner
• Maintain regular attendance as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel,
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming,
• Comply at all times with hotel standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations,
• Keep laundry area neat and clean
• Sort all hotel linen according to type, color, and size,
• Wash, transfer and dry linens using safe work practices,
• Sort and press food and beverage linen

Wage Scale

16.25-16.75