Job Description

Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875. Located in Louisville, CDRT features a series of themed race days during Derby Week, including the Kentucky Oaks, and conducts Thoroughbred horse racing during three race meets in the Spring, September and Fall. CDRT is located on 175 acres and has a one-mile dirt track, a 7/8-mile turf track, a stabling area, and provides seating for approximately 60,000 guests. The stable area has barns sufficient to accommodate 1,400 horses and a 114-room dormitory for backstretch personnel. CDRT also has a year-round simulcast wagering facility. www.ChurchillDowns.com.
JOB SUMMARY
Be a part of the 152nd Running of the Kentucky Derby & Kentucky Oaks by joining our team of experienced Concierges in the Luxury Dining Rooms at Churchill Downs. These spaces include The Mansion, Woodford Reserve Paddock Club, Spires Terrace & Suites, and Matt Winn's. Two required training dates will prepare you to provide extraordinary service to our distinguished guests for both race days (May 1st and May 2nd, 2026). Staff are expected to attend both training dates and both race dates. Applicants with background in hospitality and related industries, as well as those with horseracing knowledge, are encouraged to apply. This is a seasonal position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Greet & escort VIP guests from the gate to their dining location.
• Acquaint guests with their area and race day activations and serve as their point of contact throughout the race day.
• Assist your manager and fellow concierges with room tasks. This may include administrative tasks, stockroom checks, distributing materials to the team, operating welcome checkpoint stations around the property, and handling additional Sales & Ticket Operations tasks as required.
• Lead short tours around the property or escort guests to visit other areas, access-permitting.
• Relay guest feedback to Manager and fellow Concierges using protocols shared at training.
• Anticipate and efficiently handle customer service requests using the resources provided.
• Work with your Manager and Concierge team to troubleshoot customer service issues & tactfully offer approved solutions.
• Present yourself in a polished, courteous manner.
• Abide by the uniform policy & dress code.
• Exhibit discretion when handling guests' personal information.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No supervisory responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS

• Exceptional, high-level customer service skills
• Self-motivated problem solver and leader
• Detail-oriented with outstanding communication skills
• Adaptable, open to change, and willing to take direction
• Upbeat, cooperative, and motivates others
• Must showcase professionalism in verbal and non-verbal communication
• Speak clearly and loudly to be heard by a large group in moderately loud environments
• High school diploma or GED required
• Preferred but not required: college coursework, retail or hospitality experience, some equine industry knowledge or experience
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to walk long distances and stand for long periods of time to tour guests around the property
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States

REQUIRED AVAILABILITY
Must be available on the following:
At least one of these two dates:

• Saturday, March 28th, 2026 - Training #1 for Cohort 1 (Woodford Reserve Paddock Club & Spires Terrace)
• Saturday, April 11th, 2026 - Training #1 for Cohort 2 (The Mansion & Matt Winn's)

And, all three of the below dates:

• Saturday, April 25th, 2026 - Training #2, All Concierges
• Friday, May 1st, 2026 - Kentucky Oaks
• Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 - Kentucky Derby

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee 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 employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
KHRGC (Racing) License
Registration forms will be provided during training.
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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