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Derby City Gaming Downtown, a Churchill Downs Incorporated historical horse racing entertainment venue, seeks passionate, dynamic individuals to join our team. Whether you're interested in customer service, gaming operations, or behind-the-scenes roles, we offer a variety of career opportunities that put you at the heart of the action!

Why Work with Us?

  • A Proud Legacy: Churchill Downs represents a cornerstone of Kentucky's rich heritage, and at Derby City Gaming Downtown, we are proud to carry on that legacy. Be part of a company that’s rooted in excellence and tradition.
  • Unique Entertainment Venue: We house about 500 state-of-the-art historical racing machines, along with three unique bar concepts: a main-level sports bar with a stage for live music and entertainment, a premium bourbon library, and an elegant wine and charcuterie lounge.
  • Career Growth: We believe in investing in our Team Members by offering opportunities for advancement and development.
  • Exciting Work Environment: Work at the heart of the vibrant Downtown area in a fun and engaging atmosphere where no two days are alike.

FUNCTION

The Bartender is responsible for providing the guests with excellent service in a timely manner and to assist the beverage servers with orders to assure quality guest service and provide patrons with a favorable gaming experience.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Consistently prepares drinks according to Derby City Gaming Downtown recipes and specifications for guests and fulfills cocktail servers’ orders in a timely manner.
  • Responsible for cleanliness of the bar area.
  • Assists with inventory control, stocking, and proper rotation of product.
  • Responsible for preparing and selling all drinks on the menu and handling all transactions in accordance with cash handling policy.
  • Responsible for set up and breakdown of bar area as well as side work and projects as necessary.
  • Knowledge of sanitation and health department regulations for safe handling of alcohol.
  • Ensure the safety and security of Team Members and guests.
  • Responsible to perform “responsible alcohol service” with regards to guest limitations and pass any/all responsible alcohol service training.
  • Interacts and speaks with guests to maintain great guest relations and provide opportunities for loyalty to occur
  • Other duties as assigned.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

  • Knowledge of all bar equipment, cash registers, and the company’s beverage system.
  • Maintaining interpersonal working relationship among all personnel.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours and handle high pressure, high volume demands.
  • Black Non-Slip shoes required

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

  • A high school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience preferred.
  • Two or more years of experience bartending 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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Qualifications

Education
  • High School (Preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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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.