Valet

GLOBAL GAMING SOLUTIONS LLC•Oklahoma City, OK

10d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Completion of high school diploma or GED
Thorough knowledge of horse and rider’s racing equipment and saddling for horses.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to maintain a calm, composed presence in an often-challenging environment where multiple tasks and events may occur simultaneously.
Must be able to work independently and in team environment
Ability to work a flexible and irregular schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays
Ability to enter a smoke-filled environment as needed OR Must be able to work in a smoke-filled casino environment
At least One (1) year of experience as a racing valet.
Must be able to pass a background check and receive a license or permit from any Regulatory Agency if applicable to perform the essential job functions
Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug test with a negative result

Nice To Haves

Racing Official Accreditation Program (ROAP) accreditation preferred
Racetrack jockey or outrider experienced preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares and organizes each rider for various races; sets out all equipment, including helmets and helmet covers, whips, boots, etc.; and makes the riders saddle available for each weigh out time.
Ensure proper weight for assigned jockeys.
Assist in the saddling the horses in the paddock prior to the race under the direction of the trainer or assistant trainer of the horse.
Checks that each rider is wearing the proper silks, helmet cover and arm number.
Removes tack from horses after each race and takes to jockeys room; may tighten and/or loosen over and under girths and unsaddle the horses.
Provides racing forms for each jockey; marks programs with scratches and highlighted mounts; ensures saddle and saddle pad are taken to the paddock and helps the trainer saddle the horse.
Transfer equipment from the Jockeys’ Room to the Paddock.
Transfer equipment from the racetrack to the Jockeys’ Room after the race.
Maintaining the needs of the Jockey each day racing is held.
The Valet Room needs to be kept in good condition at all times.
Perform all other duties as assigned.