Clothing Assistant (Temple Clerk) - Laundry and Linen Care

About the role

The Church is looking for a Clothing Assistant (Temple Clerk) in Accra, Ghana, to care for the clothing and linens used in the temple so that visitors have a positive experience. The role typically reports to the Clothing Supervisor and guides volunteers and service missionaries working in the temple. It is described as a developing para-professional position, full-time at 40 hours per week.

Key responsibilities

• Operate commercial laundry equipment.
• Prepare clothing and linens for temple use: sorting, washing, drying, hanging, pressing, folding and assembling items for patrons, workers and others.
• Train service missionaries and volunteers in daily laundry operations and help them prioritize their work.
• Wait courteously on patrons to provide clothing in the right size and make sure enough is available.
• May oversee clothing rental operations and track daily production records.
• Perform daily preventative maintenance on laundry equipment (cleaning machinery, filters, vents, screens) and change washer chemicals as needed.
• Spot clean clothing, and may assist with steam-pressing and ironing.

Required profile

• 2 years of related experience, preferably in laundry, retail or customer service, or progress toward or completion of a university degree or industry-recognized certification.
• Ability to organize, lead and manage volunteers, and to follow instructions and work well with others.
• Good verbal communication skills and demonstrated customer service.
• Able to lift 13.6 kg and perform physically demanding work in a fast-paced environment, standing for long periods.

Required skills

• Basic computer skills.
• Laundry and linen care.