Part-Time Bartender — Weekend Nights at Gaming Bar

Churchill Downs Inc.; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Incorporated is seeking a part-time Bartender for Owensboro Racing & Gaming in Owensboro, Kentucky. The role involves preparing and serving beverages, delivering prompt guest service, and ensuring compliance with state laws and gaming regulations.

The position requires the ability to set up and stock the bar, monitor alcohol service, maintain cleanliness, and work weekends, holidays, and nights; previous bar or beverage experience and a Kentucky gaming license are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a bartender or similar role.
• Ability to obtain Kentucky gaming/racing license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages according to established recipes and portion standards.
• Provide prompt, engaging, and exceptional customer service to all guests.
• Set up and maintain the bar area, fully stocked with liquor, mixers, glassware, ice, garnishes, and supplies.
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and follow responsible service policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar, equipment, and storage areas.
• Safely operate bar equipment (blenders, taps, ice machines).
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and rotation of beverage stock.
• Collect payments and process transactions through the POS system.
• Verify guest identification to confirm legal drinking age.
• Report incidents, spills, or equipment issues to management.
• Assist with inventory management and restocking needs.
• Adhere to food safety, sanitation, and gaming facility policies.
• Assist in training new bar staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain availability to work weekends, holidays, and nights.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Beverage prep

Alcohol service

Bar safety

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Cash handling

Policy compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Churchill Downs Incorporated is seeking a part-time Bartender for Owensboro Racing & Gaming in Owensboro, Kentucky. The role involves preparing and serving beverages, delivering prompt guest service, and ensuring compliance with state laws and gaming regulations.

The position requires the ability to set up and stock the bar, monitor alcohol service, maintain cleanliness, and work weekends, holidays, and nights; previous bar or beverage experience and a Kentucky gaming license are preferred.