Laundry Seamstress

1 month ago

Miami Beach, United States Disability Solutions Full time
A beloved hotel with an enviable oceanfront location is now even better, following a $50 million renovation. Our newly redesigned Loews Miami Beach Hotel includes all-new touchpoints throughout the property. Welcome to a South Beach Icon, Reimagined.

Job Specific
  • Reports to work as scheduled, in proper uniform, in accordance with the company's personal appearance standards
  • Follows OSHA regulations and all policies and procedures as set forth by the Housekeeping department
  • Alters and repairs linens, uniforms, curtains, drapes, bedspreads, and pillows
  • Repairs garments delivered by Laundry (example: replaces missing button on shirt)
  • Answers and places phone calls to guests regarding needed repairs
  • Occasionally visits guestrooms to measure guests to perform clothing alterations or repairs
  • Unpacks new uniforms and inspects them for quality and size
  • Inscribes new uniforms with identifying marks with marker
  • Hangs up uniforms
  • Participates in Orientation meetings to size new employees for uniforms
  • Maintains employee records regarding number of uniforms issued, size, repairs completed, etc.
  • Frequently works near moving mechanical parts
  • Encourages a positive attitude among employees and treats guests and other employees with courtesy and respect
  • Applies excellent guest relations skills when interacting with guests and staff
  • Attends all department meetings as scheduled
  • Performs all duties in a timely and professional manner
  • Other duties as assigned


General
  • Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times
  • Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or unusual matters of significance
  • Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow employees
  • Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
  • Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
  • Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
  • Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
  • Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
  • Recycles whenever possible
  • Remains current with hotel information and changes
  • Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards


Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum five years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Good knowledge and work experience in fitting, altering, and repairing uniforms and linens and operating sewing machines
  • Service orientation
  • Basic English language skills
  • Able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
  • Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
  • Able to sit for extended periods
  • Able to push, stand, stoop, bend, and lift items weighing up to 25 pounds repetitively during entire shift
  • Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays