F&B Lead

Churchill Downs Incorporated•Oak Grove, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The F&B Lead helps ensure guests have a memorable experience in the property’s food outlets and beverage bars. The role supports staffing and readiness for business, follows tasks and direction from the Food/Beverage Manager, and serves as the primary trainer within an assigned area. The F&B Lead directly supervises food and beverage team members, delegates work, supports operations where staffing is needed, and assists Food/Beverage Supervisors with daily tasks and shift management when necessary. The position requires responsible alcohol service, including observing patron limitations and completing applicable training. The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license. Work takes place in assigned areas that may include a smoking area; noise is usually moderate to loud. The role involves frequent sitting or standing, walking, handling objects or controls, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and talking or hearing. Lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 25 pounds may also be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of bar equipment and Micros cash registers.
Knowledge of sanitation and health department regulations for safe handling of alcohol.
Ability to maintain interpersonal working relationships among personnel.
Oral and written communication skills.
Willingness to work flexible hours and handle high-pressure demands.
Availability to work a rotating schedule, including weekends, holidays, and nights.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Directly supervise team members in food or beverage roles, such as servers, bar backs, bartenders, and cashiers.
Delegate duties and assign responsibilities to food and beverage team members.
Ensure assigned areas are staffed properly; work in those areas or provide support across several areas when needed.
Ensure cleanliness standards are met and followed.
Ensure team members perform duties as instructed.
Ensure the safety and security of employees and guests.
Provide responsible alcohol service with regard to patron limitations and complete applicable responsible alcohol service training.
Train team members within assigned areas.
Assist Food/Beverage Supervisors with daily tasks and shift management when necessary.
Promote the department’s and company’s services and functions to employees, other departments, vendors, applicants, and visitors.
Perform other duties as assigned.