Main Banker, Cage

Churchill Downs; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Incorporated’s Ellis Park in Henderson, KY seeks a Main Banker to manage cash handling within a fast-paced gaming environment, ensuring accurate distribution of funds and strict adherence to policies.

You will balance the main bank, complete logs, process drops, and interact with guests professionally while maintaining safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of cash handling or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Distribute money to internal departments and reconcile cash.
• Maintain main bank balances and prepare accurate cash paperwork.
• Complete Transaction Logs and cash-related reports.
• Count money straps and record date/ID.
• Rotate and balance ATMs and kiosk machines.
• Uphold policy, safety rules, and strong guest relations.

Skills

Cash handling

Mathematical accuracy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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Ellis Park offers live thoroughbred horse racing during the summer season, with simulcast wagering 365 days a year, 300 HHR machines, exciting promotions, convenient sports betting, The Pea Patch Deli, Dade Park Grill and more.

JOB SUMMARY

Position Summary

A Main Banker is responsible for distributing money to internal departments and performing a variety of cashiering duties that include reconciling and verification of incoming and outgoing money.

Adhere to Ellis Entertainment, LLC (“Ellis Park”) Core Values, and Policies & Procedures.
Act as a role model within and outside the gaming and racing facility of Ellis Park.
Maintain a positive and respectful attitude toward customers and co-workers.
Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Adhere to departmental policy & procedures, safety rules, health regulations and Ellis Park Policy and Procedures rules.
Maintain strong knowledge of the cage procedures in a large-scale operations including, but not limited to: receive and accurately verify large amounts of money, prepare paperwork in a timely and accurate fashion, reconcile and balance main bank, maintain accurate records, reconcile variances, and accomplish all tasks as appropriate.
Complete Multiple Transaction Log (MTL), Negotiable Instrument Log (NIL), Currency Transaction Report (CTR), and Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) accurately. Count all money straps and record date with initials/ID number on strap. Rotate currency, ensuring the straps with the oldest dates are used first.
Maintain strong knowledge with money handling, counting, and complex mathematical skills
Perform drop, mutuels drop, replenish and balance all ATM’s and ticket kiosk machines.
Performs kiosk drop and count procedures in accordance with department procedures and company regulations and departmental policies.
Transport kiosk cassettes.
Loads and unloads kiosks as required to include processing and generating tickets and reports.
Participates in the cassette currency loading and sealing.
Sorts and bags loose coins and bundles paper money.
Request supervisor assistance when needed.
Be a team player (e.g., work toward team goals and foster a collaborative and positive work environment; put the team first; assist coworkers; treat all coworkers with kindness, courtesy and respect; never engage in negativity; maintain openness to coaching, learning and improving; receptive to change and willingness to embrace challenges with team-spirit).
Build relationships and loyalty with guests through sincere and meaningful interactions (e.g., learn guests’ names and preferences; connect with them individually and professionally; smile; make eye contact, speak accurately, clearly, and verbally greet guests).
Develop a thorough knowledge of services, room locations, amenities, surroundings, providing accurate directions, and information for guest inquiries about promotions and special events.
At all times maintain a courteous, positive and professional working relationship with all Ellis Park personnel and the general public (e.g., coworkers, clients and vendors).
Work under pressure; maintain regular and punctual attendance including working odd or unusual hours, weekends and holidays.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned.

The job is performed indoors in a gaming environment with frequent expose to smoke (e.g., cigarette smoke).
You will also be in a confined areas and occasional exposure to hot/cold temperatures.

Other Requirements:

Must provide and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must pass a math test.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or GED Certification preferred.
Must have one (1) year experience in cash handling or relevant work experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

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

Work With Us

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.