Laundry Seamstress

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 Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

Join the team at this Italian-inspired hotel that is a re-creation of the seaside village of Portofino, Italy.

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