Laundry Attendant at Aga Khan Academy

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day laundry operations for students, including washing, drying, pressing, and folding of school uniforms and personal clothing.
• Maintain proper organization and cleanliness of the laundry area, ensuring all equipment and supplies are well-kept and safely stored.
• Keep accurate track of laundered items and ensure timely return and delivery to the respective students.
• Change bed linen and ensure mosquito nets and other residential furnishings are clean, functional, and well-maintained.
• Supervise external cleaners to ensure residential rooms and shared spaces are clean, hygienic, and safe for students.
• Report any maintenance or repair needs in the residence or laundry area promptly to the supervisor.
• Observe infection control and hygiene precautions in all laundry handling and cleaning activities according to institutional procedures.
• Assist with returning used or excess bedding, linen, and cleaning materials to the linen store as required.
• Support the general welfare, cleanliness, and orderly upkeep of student residence and related facilities.
• Manage the day-to-day laundry operations for students, including washing, drying, pressing, and folding of school uniforms and personal clothing.
• Maintain proper organization and cleanliness of the laundry area, ensuring all equipment and supplies are well-kept and safely stored.
• Keep accurate track of laundered items and ensure timely return and delivery to the respective students.
• Change bed linen and ensure mosquito nets and other residential furnishings are clean, functional, and well-maintained.
• Supervise external cleaners to ensure residential rooms and shared spaces are clean, hygienic, and safe for students.
• Report any maintenance or repair needs in the residence or laundry area promptly to the supervisor.
• Observe infection control and hygiene precautions in all laundry handling and cleaning activities according to institutional procedures.
• Assist with returning used or excess bedding, linen, and cleaning materials to the linen store as required.
• Support the general welfare, cleanliness, and orderly upkeep of student residence and related facilities.

The requirements

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or equivalent is required.
• Certificate in Housekeeping, Laundry Operations, or Hospitality Services is an added advantage.
• At least 1-2 years of relevant experience in laundry, housekeeping, or hospitality operations, preferably in a school, hotel, or institutional setting.
• Basic understanding of infection control, hygiene standards, and safe use of laundry equipment and detergents.
• Good knowledge of laundry procedures, including washing, ironing, folding, and linen management.
• Ability to maintain high cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling and returning students’ items.
• Team-oriented attitude with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliability, honesty, and a caring attitude toward students’ welfare.
• Physical fitness and ability to handle repetitive tasks and moderate lifting.