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Compensation: $15.00 per hour

Description

Enjoy being part of a winning team, with competitive pay and great benefits to get you on the fast track!

At Derby City Gaming Downtown, we know success starts with you: our valuable team members. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits to complement your dedication to making Derby City Gaming Downtown such a great place to work and play.

Company Benefits Include:

  • 401k (with up to 5% company match)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount)
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
  • Complimentary Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Complimentary Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement ($4,000 per year for undergrad, $5,000 per year for graduate)
  • A Variety of Team Member Discounts (Ford Affiliate Program, Verizon, AT&T, TicketsAtWork, Skechers, Sherwin Williams, Meal Discounts, Free Parking, and more!)
  • Fun Team Member Events
  • Company-Sponsored Volunteer Opportunities
  • Team Member Recognition Program
  • Free Uniforms and Discounted Dry-Cleaning Services
  • Round-Table Lunches with General Manager
  • Promotions, additional opportunities and the chance for further professional development are also available.
Function

The Barback is responsible for providing the patrons with excellent service in a timely manner and to properly stock the bar as needed.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities
  • Assists with maintenance of all bar equipment.
  • Assists with the setup and breakdown of bar side work and related projects.
  • Able to perform under stressful, demanding situations in perhaps small quarters of four feet or less, with four-foot access and contact with Team Members and guests.
  • Ensures and maintains cleanliness and orderliness of the bar and storage areas.
  • Work with communication devices such as telephones, two-way radio, and bulletin boards.
  • Interacts and speaks with guests to maintain great guest relations and provide opportunities for loyalty to occur.
  • Assists the Center Bar Manager with proper inventory controls, stocking, proper rotation of product, checking use through code dates on beer and dairy products and date labeling of fresh cut fruits.
  • Maintains confidentiality and security of facility storage.
  • Assist in delivering orders/ running food to maintain prompt service to guests.
  • Manages the flow of finished product from the kitchen to the guest.
  • Inspect the premises according to quality and sanitation standards and assist in overall cleaniness.
  • Maintains an awareness of applicable laws and operates within those guidelines.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor or department manager.
Standards Of Performance
  • Maintains County Health District, Gaming, and Alcohol Awareness Certification.
  • Multi-task ability and able to complete all tasks with minimal supervision and show a sense of urgency no matter what the business volume.
  • Works on the floor 100% of the time with a “hands-on” mentality for guest service.
  • Must be detail oriented, have a professional attitude, strong organizational and time management skills, and be customer-focused.
  • Ability to remain calm under stressful situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, and body language.
Education, Tr AI Ning, And Experience
  • A high school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience preferred.
  • Some prior bar back experience preferred.
  • Ability to obtain a valid Racing License.

Applicants must be 21 or older. Derby City Gaming Downtown is an equal-opportunity employer.

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Derby City Gaming Downtown

140 S. Fourth Street

Louisville, KY 40202

Casino & Hotel
Managed By Churchill Downs Inc.

Derby City Gaming Downtown

Derby City Gaming Downtown is located at 4th and Market streets, in downtown Louisville, Kentucky. Our $92 million 44,000 sq. ft. facility features 500 of the latest historical horse racing machines, including the latest games like Buffalo, Lock it Link, Ultimate Fire Link and more - all on a non-smoking gaming floor with an open-air smoking and gaming patio.

Our guests enjoy night life at three lively bars and lounges. First Turn Sports Bar & Stage features big screen TVs, and convenient sports betting kiosks. The Trophy Bar showcases real trophies from some of the most legendary horse races, the finest bourbon and hand-rolled cigars. The Rosé at Fascinator Wine Bar offers a well-curated list of fine wines and charcuterie. 

Derby City Gaming Downtown offers great pay,exciting career opportunities and exceptional employee benefits including:

  • 401k (with up to 5% company match)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount)
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Complimentary Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Complimentary Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Company-Sponsored Volunteer Opportunities
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Team Member Recognition Program
  • Promotions, additional opportunities and the chance for further professional development are also available.
  • And More!

Opportunities for advancement abound!
Our parent company, Churchill Downs Incorporated is an industry-leading racing, online wagering and gaming entertainment company anchored by our iconic flagship event, the Kentucky Derby. CDI owns and operates three pari-mutuel gaming entertainment venues with approximately 3,050 historical racing machines in Kentucky.

It also owns and operates TwinSpires, one of the largest and most profitable online wagering platforms for horse racing, sports and iGaming in the U.S., as well as seven retail sportsbooks.

CDI is also a leader in brick-and-mortar casino gaming in eight states with approximately 11,000 slot machines and video lottery terminals and 200 table games.