Racing Valet / Silks Attendant
About The Position
The Racing Valet is responsible for preparing, organizing, and maintaining jockeys' riding gear and assisting with horse saddling on race days. The Horse Valet assists with the horse tack, saddling of horses and cleaning of all equipment; may maintain the jockey's wardrobe and ensures that the proper uniform is worn for each horse; provides labor support to higher level staff; and performs related tasks within area of assignment. The Silks attendant inventories and records all colors received throughout the racing season, washes silks, and sets up silks on the color rack for every race.
Requirements
- Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays
- Must be able to obtain KHRC License
- 1+ year of experience as a Racing Valet, or similar role at a horse race track
Responsibilities
- Assists trainers in saddling of horses prior to each race
- Monitors horse racing equipment
- Performs related duties and responsibilities as required
- Inventories and records all colors received throughout the racing season
- Washes Silks
- Sets up silks on color rack for every race
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
