Assistant Laundry Plant Manager

At Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando, our team members get to make a difference and have fun every day. Our world-class team brings to life the incredible, award-winning hotels located at Universal Orlando Resort. Named one of Central Florida's Top Workplaces and one of America's Best-in-State Employers by Forbes, we are committed to our "power of we" culture. Are you looking for a place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day andbe able to connect, engage and delight? We offer excellent benefits and perks including one free meal per shift and free theme park access. We have a dynamic culture that makes every day interesting, challenging, fulfilling and fun. We embrace diversity at our core and offer the opportunity for all team members to reach their potential. We invest in training and development opportunities for all team members. We promote social responsibility by being a good neighbor in the community. We care for you, just as we care for others. About Cabana Bay Laundry Join the team at our state-of-the-art laundry and warehouse facility in Apopka, Florida. Who We Are: Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co-operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations. Growth and belonging start here; you'll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role-from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT-offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact. Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us. What We Offer: Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(k) & company match Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays, Paid Bereavement Pet Insurance and Paid Pet Bereavement Training & Development opportunities, career growth Tuition Reimbursement Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks and more Many of our Leadership positions are bonus eligible What We're Looking For: We are looking for a Team Leader who cares about the guest and team member experience and is committed to maintaining the comfort of our guests' experience. Who You Are: Commercial laundry operations expert Skilled leader and communicator Enjoys problem solving Is able to prioritize production to meet guest and operator expectations Experienced team builder and motivator What You'll Do: Manage the Laundry Plant department staff by hiring, training, observing and coaching Ensure adherence to all departmental guidelines, policies and procedures Establish production schedules designed to meet the requirements of the respective hotels and monitors activities to ensure that schedules are met Manage personnel, work assignments, and scheduling of product/equipment usage to maximize performance and productivity of available resources Communicate frequently with hotel leadership to obtain information necessary to establish production schedules which address the current needs of the individual properties with regard to linen & terry Assist Laundry Plant Manager in coordination of inventory control and replacement purchase requisitions for all guestroom linen/terry and food and beverage linen. Monitor chemical usage so as to maintain acceptable "per pound" production process costs Produce reports relating to employee/equipment productivity, linen and terry usage, damage/discard statistics necessary to evaluate department performance and assist in maintaining operating par stocks for all guest room / F&B; linen, terry Interact with Engineering on equipment repairs and preventive maintenance schedules, monitors performance of all recommended/required activities to ensure equipment performs safely, efficiently and that down time is kept to a minimum Determine the need for, and conducts appropriate on-going training on equipment operation, sorting, safety and basics of laundry production As an off-site plant, leader is responsible for additional safety, risk management and human resources responsibility Your Experience Includes: 2 to 5 years at a Supervisory level within in a commercial, full-service laundry operation is preferred Working knowledge of modern laundry equipment and laundry chemicals is required Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays is required Knowledge of OSHA regulations, equipment operation and maintenance, record-keeping systems is required Basic knowledge of the mechanics of laundry equipment is preferred Prior experience in hospitality laundry or housekeeping or manufacturing environments is preferred Bi-lingual language skills is preferred Who You'll Supervise: A team of Laundry Team Members to include wash persons, laundry attendants and drivers responsible for maintaining the delivery hotel linen that meets the Loews standards of quality control and timeliness.