Laundry Attendant
Company : Highgate
Location : Exton, PA, 19341
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Compensation Type
HourlyHighgate Hotels
Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.
With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com
Location
Residence Inn Exton
10 North Pottstown PikeExton, PA 19341Overview
The House Laundry Attendant is responsible for washing, ironing, folding and distributing all soiled linens, towels, napkins and tablecloths.
Responsibilities
- Employees must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to guests, managers and fellow employees
- Understand operation of washing machines and dryers.
- Load and unload washes according to standards.
- Wash and dry all dirty linens, towels, rags, etc.
- Sort all hotel linen according to type, color, size, etc.
- Pre-treat all stained linen before washing.
- Clean dryer filter daily and maintain all equipment as trained.
- Operate iron as per standard and ensure that it is shut off at the end of day.
- Sweep and mop laundry floors, storing all linens off the floor.
- Fold towels and linens.
- Remove and sort dirty linens and towels from laundry carts.
- Keep laundry carts clean and free of debris.
- Maintain clean work area.
- Sort clean laundry according to type and load carts.
- Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
Qualifications
- Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
- Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- Ability to stand during entire shift.
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
- Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations
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Frequently asked questions
This position often requires lifting items up to 50 pounds and standing throughout your shift. Candidates must be prepared for medium physical exertion, including bending, carrying linens, and operating laundry machinery efficiently while maintaining safety standards.
Starting as a Laundry Attendant can open doors to supervisory or facility management positions. Gaining experience in equipment maintenance and understanding hotel operations are key steps for career advancement in hotel laundry services.
Strong attention to detail, stamina for physically demanding tasks, and proficiency in operating various laundry equipment are crucial. Equally important is delivering courteous guest interactions, ensuring clean and well-organized linens.
Highgate provides tailored operational training to ensure Laundry Attendants master washing, drying, and ironing techniques, alongside safety protocols. This approach fosters consistent service quality across their diverse hotel portfolio.
Highgate emphasizes digital acumen and sustainability in laundry operations. Attendants may engage with advanced revenue management tools indirectly, aligning their work with broader company goals for efficiency and guest satisfaction.
Exton sees steady demand for hospitality support roles, including Laundry Attendants, due to its growing hotel industry. Job seekers may find multiple openings, but strong attendance and physical readiness improve hiring prospects.
While formal certifications aren’t mandatory, familiarity with occupational safety standards and hospitality guest service basics can enhance employability. Local employers value dependability and adherence to health guidelines.
Laundry Attendants in Exton generally earn between $12 and $15 per hour, reflecting the role’s physical demands and hospitality industry standards. Highgate’s competitive hourly pay aligns within this range, often complemented by benefits.
At Highgate, attendants handle a diverse array of linens, from towels to tablecloths, emphasizing quality control and stain treatment. The company’s portfolio diversity means adapting to different hotel brand standards is part of the routine.
Yes, Highgate encourages cross-departmental awareness. Laundry Attendants often gain insights into guest satisfaction metrics and property management, fostering a holistic understanding of hotel functions beyond their immediate responsibilities.