Valet

Delaware Racing Association • Wilmington, DE

289d

About The Position

The Valet position in Wilmington, DE is a seasonal role that requires an experienced individual to create and ensure a fun-filled, entertaining, and exciting environment where the flawless delivery and execution of service excellence is paramount. The Valet is responsible for the care and cleaning of their assigned rider's apparel and equipment, ensuring that the rider has the proper equipment and colors for each race, and attending to the saddling of the rider's mount. Additionally, the Valet will attend the weighing out of the assigned rider and must display a courteous and helpful attitude at all times when dealing with the public, building rewarding relationships. Communication, both written and verbal, with team members and guests is essential, as is maintaining professionalism at all times. The Valet is also responsible for ensuring compliance with HISA and performing all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of Six (6) years experience handling Thoroughbred Horses is required.
• Must be able to successfully complete the background check.
• Must be able to lift fifty (50) lbs. without difficulty.
• Ability to bend, reach, pull, push, kneel, squat, and grasp as needed.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule according to business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Assignments covering large areas with long walking distances.
• Work areas could have high volumes, diverse clientele, and noise.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively communicate with guests, co-workers, and management is mandatory.
• Must be able to wear and appear comfortable in the assigned uniform provided by Delaware Park.
• Must be able to work in all weather elements including extreme heat, cold, and precipitation.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the necessary functions of this position.

Responsibilities

• Creates and ensures a fun-filled, entertaining, and exciting environment where service excellence is paramount.
• Responsible for the care and cleaning of assigned rider's apparel and equipment.
• Ensure the assigned rider has the proper equipment and colors for each race.
• Present the proper equipment and attend to the saddling of the assigned rider's mount.
• Attend the weighing out of the assigned rider.
• Displays a courteous and helpful attitude at all times when dealing with the public.
• Communicate (both written and verbal) with and promote positive team members and guest relations.
• Maintain professionalism at all times when working with other team members and/or guests.
• Responsible for ensuring HISA Compliance.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries