Bartender

Churchill Downs Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Louisiana Horseracing Co, Fair Grounds, New Orleans, seeks a bartender to mix and serve drinks while taking orders and handling cash in a high-volume venue.

Must be 21+, able to obtain a Racing License from the Louisiana Racing Commission, and possess a HS diploma or equivalent. Pari-mutuel cash handling experience is a plus; nights, weekends and holidays required. Training provided for licensing and compliance.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Must be able to obtain a Racing License from the Louisiana Racing Commission.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Pari-mutuel industry and cash handling experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Takes orders from customers or Wait Staff.
• Pours measured drink and mixes cocktails.
• Serves wine, coffee, soda drinks, water and beer.
• Collects money for drinks served.
• Prepares requisitions for liquors and supplies.
• Arranges bottles and glasses for display.
• Slices fruit/vegetables for garnishing drinks.
• Operates cash register and micros for sales records.

Skills

Verbal communication

Cash handling

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Flexible hours

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Requisition ID5341-Posted10/20/2026-Churchill Downs Louisiana Horseracing Co-PM Food & Beverage-Fair Grounds-LA Fairgrounds

America's second oldest horse racing track, the Fair Grounds has been a New Orleans staple since 1852. We are a premiere entertainment venue presenting thoroughbred & exotic animal races, slots, video poker and simulcasting year-round. Located in New Orleans, Fair Grounds operates a slot-machine gaming facility and 13 off-track betting parlors throughout southeast Louisiana.

JOB SUMMARY

Mix and serve drinks to patrons, directly or through wait staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Takes orders from customers or Wait Staff.
• Pours measured drink and mixes cocktails and other drinks.
• Serves wine, coffee, soda drinks, bottled water and draught or bottled beer.
• Collects money for drinks served.
• Prepares requisitions for liquors and supplies.
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive display.
• Slices fruit and/or vegetables for garnishing drinks.
• Operates cash register and micros for recording all sales.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be 21 years or older. Must be able to obtain a Racing License from the Louisiana Racing Commission.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or equivalent. Pari-mutuel industry and cash handling experience are desirable but not necessary. Ability to work in a high-volume environment. Excellent verbal communications skills with strong attention to detail. Be a self-starter and work with minimum supervision. Ability to work overtime and flexible hours as required including nights, weekends and holidays. Ability to read, analyze and interpret common documentation. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from team members, regulatory agencies or members of the staff. Ability to write and present information to management in a reasonable manner. Ability to perform normal mathematical computations on the implementation of current duties. Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts and draws valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with several variables.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Constant wrist motion, sit, hear and eye/hand coordination; Frequently speak, read, write, stand, walk, bend and stoop; Occasionally lift, carry, push and pull. 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 accommodation 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 sit and talk. The employee frequently is also required to stand, walk and reach with arms and hands, bend and can lift at least 25 pounds. Office/Casino environment; Subject to outdoor temperature; Exposed to bright lights and noise at times. The work environment consists of very non-demanding surroundings with a low noise level.

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