Banff Park Lodge Laundry Runner Attendant

Banff, AB
$15 - $16 an hour - Full-time, Permanent


Conveniently located in the Town of Banff, just steps away from the glacier-fed Bow River, Banff Park Lodge is a full-service Resort Hotel and Conference Centre. Here visitors can experience the best of both worlds: the peace and solitude of a quiet location, yet quick access to a livelier scene in downtown Banff. The Banff Park Lodge has two sister properties; the Bow View Lodge and the Peaks Hotel & Suites.

All laundry positions come with many great benefits including but not limited to:

35 hours per week guaranteed effective immediately
Staff meals every day, our staff cafeteria provides free Breakfast, a vegetarian & meat option for lunch & dinner at just $2.37 per meal, take out is available
Subsidized staff housing is guaranteed with an immediate check-in; daily rent starting from $6.50 - $17.00 per day
Competitive compensation
Opportunity to grow your career
We are currently seeking a full-time Laundry Runner/Attendant, flexibility is required to workday shifts, evening shifts, weekends and holidays. The wage will be negotiated based on experience for 30-40 hours per week.

Summary of position:

The Laundry Runner/Attendant is responsible for the transport of linen carts with clean laundry to the storage closets on each floor and to replenish linen and towels based on the amount for each floor noted on the distribution form. Other responsibilities include the cleaning and organizing of items in our supply/ storage and linen closets.

Duties and Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Demonstrate a working knowledge of hotel safety and security procedures as required in order to maintain a secure and safe environment for guests and employees
Ensure ample to supply of linen and amenities are stocked in housekeeping closets on each floor
Remove all dirty linens/towels from laundry chute for proper handling
Remove all trash, bring it to the dumpster and sort out recycling; place in proper spots
Perform cleaning duties on assigned side
Clean vending/laundry area and remove trash
Clean inside windows
Sweep and mop stairwells and floor
Operate in house washer and dryers, wash, dry and fold towels, linen and uniforms
Count, sort and record clean linen and tablecloths as noted on the distribution form
Assist with the pickup and return delivery of laundry to and from other properties
Check laundered articles to ensure that established standards are met
Any other assignments assigned by the Laundry Manager or Supervisor
Essential Function:

Prolonged periods of standing/walking
Must be able to work independently without immediate supervision
Ability to visually check work, work area and hotel spaces
Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50lbs
Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling
Occasional ascending or descending of stairs
Class 5 Driver’s Licence and clean abstract
Previous experience is an asset
Other requirements:

Knowledge of English language enough to engage guests in conversations
Ability to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner
Ability to communicate with all managers, supervisors and fellow associates
Be well groomed and conform hotel dress code
Employee Incentives:

Three salary increases during first year of employment; term bonus and summer bonus available
Friends and family rates available at all three properties, F&B discounts available at The Crave Mountain Grill and La Terrazza Dining Room & Lounge
Health benefits available after 8 months of employment including life insurance, dental, medical and drug coverage
Ski Pass subsidy available, receive a return of up to $350; payroll deduction available
Education reimbursement for English as a Second Language Course
Payroll deduction available for a local gym membership
Uniforms supplied and free cleaning available
Living in beautiful Banff National Park!
For those interested in this opportunity, please forward a copy of your resume to the email provided, in-person at 222 Lynx Street, by fax to (403) 762-4740 or online at www.banffparklodge.com. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in our company!!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $15.00-$16.00 per hour

Additional pay:

Bonus pay
Benefits:

Dental care
Disability insurance
Discounted or free food
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Holidays
Weekends
COVID-19 considerations:
The health and safety of our employees and guests is our major continuing objective. We have developed and launched our Health Protection Plan to ensure prevention and control measures are in place.

Application question(s):

Are you legally eligible to work in Banff?
Where are you currently located?
When are you available to start working and how long would you like to work with us if your application is successful?
Experience:

Hotel laundry/housekeeping: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Alberta Class 5 Driver's License (preferred)

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