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**Laundry Supervisor (The Athenaeum Hotel)**
Laundry Supervisor (The Athenaeum Hotel) Chautauqua Hotel Co. Inc / dba The Athenaeum Hotel Chautauqua NY
**Laundry Supervisor (The Athenaeum Hotel)**
**Company:**
Chautauqua Hotel Co. Inc / dba The Athenaeum Hotel
**Location:**
14757
US
**Category:**
Other
**Degrees Required:**
Not Specified
**Employment Type:**
Full-Time
**Manages Others:**
No
**Requirements:**
**About Your Work Day**
* Provide shift supervision, working leadership, and training to assigned laundry attendants while ensuring the highest standard of cleanliness/safety with direction from the Hotel General Manager, Director of Lodging & Sales, the Executive Housekeeper.
* Launder articles according to specifications of equipment/chemicals, including but not limited to: linens, towels, uniforms while ensuring the highest standard of cleanliness/safety.
* Load articles into washers/dryers and regulate machine processes, including volume of detergent, water, bleach and other additives. Adhere to internal procedures for the use of chemical cleaners on designated materials/areas to maintain safety standards and prevent damage. Remove articles from washers/dryers and sort, count, fold, and hang articles as required.
* Use laundry vehicles and oversee pickup and delivery of laundry on the grounds.
* Follow established processes and procedures to label and store designated articles or otherwise ensure the prompt return of articles to the appropriate department or guest.
* Manage the routine inventory of articles stored in laundry facilities.
* Create daily assignment checklists to ensure needed items are processed and returned in a timely manner.
* Ensure washers, dryers, and chemical dispensing systems are functioning properly and receive emergency/preventative maintenance as required.
* Maintain work area and equipment in good condition, including cleaning lint traps daily. Pick up trash/debris, vacuum, empty wastebasket, and transport waste to the disposal area.
* Report maintenance issues, equipment damages, or safety concerns to the housekeeping manager or director of lodging immediately for resolution.
* Comply with OSHA's Blood Borne Pathogen and Hazard Communication/Safety Data Standards, including proper use of protective equipment when cleaning up blood or other potentially infectious materials and/or using cleaning chemicals.
* Actively participate in team meetings and training/development programs, including sharing expertise with new hires.
* Monitor stocking of chemicals to ensure ordering is completed to not delay turnaround.
* Lead by example when interacting with guests, anticipating guest needs, and responding promptly to questions or resolving concerns.
* Responsible for OSHA's Blood Borne Pathogen and Hazard Communication/Safety Data Standards, including training, record keeping of required documentation, and proper use of protective equipment when cleaning up potentially infectious materials and/or using cleaning chemicals.
* Understand Worker's Compensation processes, provide assistance to associates reporting work-related injuries, submit required paperwork to Human Resources and monitor the status of work-related injury and restrictions.
**About Your Schedule**
Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules, full and part-time, for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability. Schedules typically include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as a requirement.
* Schedules will vary based on hotel capacity and events on the grounds. Including but not limited to evening and weekend hours. This will be discussed in detail at the time of the interview.
**About Your Compensation**
Compensation for this position starts at $16/hour and, with demonstrated experience and qualifications, candidates may earn up to $19/hour.
**About Chautauqua Institution**
**Chautauqua Institution** is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates **Chautauqua Hotel Company**, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization. The Institution's office in Washington, DC is located strategically for an ongoing role in the cultural conversations of the nation.
**Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience**
There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater. In addition to a traditional gate pass, employees and their families will receive full access to our current and historical programs online at .
**Commitment to Values of IDEA**
Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan, . One of our five core values is The dignity and contributions of all people. We are committed to creating conditions in which everyone feels that they can engage as full and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices and applicants will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate past experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.
**Vaccination for COVID-19**
Chautauqua Institution has adopted a **mandatory vaccination policy** to safeguard the health of our employees, patrons, and our shared community from COVID-19. By applying for employment, candidates acknowledge that they will comply with Chautauqua Institution's Mandatory Vaccination Policy requiring all employees to provide proof of full vaccination immediately upon hire or be approved for a medical or religious accommodation and before physically starting work.
**Joining Our Talent Community**
Join our talent community online at . You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at .