Banquet Staff- On-Call

Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, Churchill Downs Incorporated operates live and historical racing entertainment venues, online wagering, and regional casino gaming properties. Turfway Park Racing & Gaming, owned and operated by Churchill Downs, offers gaming, seasonal live thoroughbred racing, simulcast horse racing, dining, live entertainment, and 17,000 square feet of customizable event space in Northern Kentucky.

About the role

This is an on-call banquet staff position encompassing multiple roles: Concessions Attendant, Porter, Bartender, and Server. Team members may perform duties across these areas based on event needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent guest service in a fast-paced environment.
• Serve food, beverages, or desserts to customers; take orders and process payments (cash, debit, credit).
• Replenish and prepare food at serving stations; maintain cleanliness of counters, tables, and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of banquet rooms, hallways, storage, and service areas.
• Routinely inventory and care for banquet supplies (linens, chairs, china, glassware, flatware, decorations).
• Set up and reset banquet rooms per Banquet Event Order (BEO) specifications.
• Transport tables, equipment, and report maintenance issues to management.
• Prepare drinks according to recipes; fulfill cocktail orders in a timely manner.
• Maintain bar area cleanliness and assist with inventory control and stocking.
• Handle all bar transactions in accordance with cash handling policy.
• Set up and break down bar areas; perform side work and projects as assigned.
• Adhere to sanitation and health department regulations for safe alcohol handling.
• Perform responsible alcohol service, including patron limitations and required training.
• Interact with guests to build loyalty and maintain excellent guest relations.
• Maintain current knowledge of daily menus, prices, and required supplies.
• Set up event space, buffets, tables, service carts, dessert, and action stations per BEO.
• Circulate event areas to provide service; pass hors d’oeuvres during cocktail receptions.
• Adhere to all Food and Beverage safety and quality regulations.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be able to obtain a Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC) license.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for long periods.
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Pay

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