Barback

Derby City Gaming & Hotel boasts nearly 1,300 of the latest games, a grab-n-go restaurant, Oliver's Chophouse & Bourbon Bar, a Kentucky Derby-themed hotel, and live music! The newly expanded Derby City Gaming & Hotel was voted one of the "Best Places to Work in Greater Louisville" by Louisville Business First

JOB SUMMARY

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

ESSENTIAL 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.
• Maintains an awareness of applicable laws and operates within those guidelines.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• 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.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, and body language.

EDUCATION 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.
• Ability to obtain a valid TIPS Certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The Team Member is subjected to circulate throughout the assigned areas, including the smoking area, actively observing players and functioning of machines. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We're always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

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