Food & Beverage Director

Churchill Downs Inc.; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Incorporated, the operator of Turfway Park Racing & Gaming, is seeking a Director of Food & Beverage to oversee daily F&B operations across outlets at Turfway Park. The role drives guest experiences, budgets, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with marketing for events.

The ideal candidate has 10–15 years in gaming/hospitality, strong supervisory skills, and a relevant 4-year degree. A Racing License may be required.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in hospitality, business, or related field preferred.
• 10–15 years in gaming, hospitality or related entertainment industry preferred.
• 5+ years in leadership or managing managers required.
• Able to obtain a Racing License.

Responsibilities

• Manage concessions, restaurants, and other F&B service venues.
• Hire, train and manage a high performing F&B team. Motivate team to deliver Winning Experiences for guests and team members.
• Enforce company policies, quality, safety and performance standards.
• Coordinate with staff to plan menus and pricing.
• Ensure F&B compliance with gaming and health regulations.
• Develop annual budgets and business plans to achieve results.
• Coordinate with Marketing for events and promotions involving F&B.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with property management and vendors to meet goals.
• Review staffing levels to maintain budgeted employment; delegate authority and responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Budgeting

Public relations

Supervisory skills

Oral and written communication

Guest service

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelors degree in Hospitality or related field

Job description

Requisition ID4659-Posted07/30/2026-Turfway Park LLC-F&B Admin-Turfway-KY Turfway Park

Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, Churchill Downs Incorporated has expanded through the development of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of the TwinSpires horse racing online wagering business and the operation and development of regional casino gaming properties. 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.

ABOUT TURFWAY PARK RACING & GAMING

Owned and operated byChurchill Downs, Turfway Park Racing & Gaming is the ultimate place to play in Northern Kentucky. Take a spin on over 800 of the latest and greatest games and experience the rush of seasonal live thoroughbred racing or simulcast horse racing year-round. Plus, with two great restaurants and live entertainment, the stage is always set for winning moments on and off the gaming floor. We even have your next business meeting, social event or annual awards covered with an amazing 17,000 square feet of event space that we customize to create the perfect experience.

JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible and accountable for the daily operations of all Food and Beverage outlets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages concessions, restaurants, and other food and beverage service venues.
• Hires, trains and manages a high performing F&B team. Motivates team to perform ‘Winning Experiences’ for our guests and fellow Team Members.
• Responsible for the enforcement of all company policies and procedures as well as standards of quality, safety and performance.
• Strategically coordinates with staff to plan menu and pricing.
• Responsible for Food and Beverage compliance of gaming and health regulations.
• Develops annual budgets and business plans and works with the F&B team to achieve results.
• Coordinates with Marketing to prepare for events and promotions that include Food and Beverage.
• Maintains a cooperative relationship with all property management and vendors to ensure goals and expectation are achieved.
• Review staffing levels to maintain budgeted levels of employment. Delegate authority and assign responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Financial to include budget preparation and reporting.
• Public relations and guest service skills.
• Supervisory skills; maintaining a professional working relationship among all personnel.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to assume overall responsibility relative to the performance of the property.
• Ability to analyze planning documents results, and revise for continued improvement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Ten to fifteen years of experience in gaming, hospitality, or related entertainment industry preferred.
• Five years of experience managing managers and/or in a Leadership role required.
• 4-year degree in a related field or equivalent work experience in excess of 10 years is preferred.
• Able to obtain a valid Racing License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a 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.

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