Derby Lane

Jobs

Take your place in the winner's circle with a career at Derby Lane. Derby Lane is the world's oldest operating greyhound racetrack. As the oldest continuously operating dog track in the country, we know what it takes to go the distance. Come be a part of a team that possesses a "can-do" attitude, and the determination to succeed!

Part time employees are expected to work up to 28 hours per week. All positions require flexible work schedule (days of the week, late evenings, early mornings, weekends and holidays). Overtime work on "as needed" basis.

  • Derby Lane is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free work place.
  • Please visit the Human Resources Department Monday through Friday 8am-3:30pm to apply.

Summaries for jobs available at Derby Lane.

Full Position details will be found in the HR office at Derby Lane.

* * * Full-time BLANKET MASTER * * * $10.00 per hour
OVERVIEW: Responsible for all duties associated with identifying and checking greyhounds starting in schooling and purse races. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Assists with identifying and checking against the card index system of identification maintained by the Association, all greyhounds starting in schooling and purse races. · Reports to Paddock Judge any greyhounds that do not conform to the Bertillion card. · Assist with making adjustments to the muzzles or blankets on the greyhound before a race. SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: · May fill in as Paddock Judge. · Report any unfavorable behavior to the Paddock Judge or Racing Secretary. · Perform other duties as assigned by Management. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: · Meet all regulations pertaining to health, safety and personal hygiene in accordance with City, State, and Federal laws. · Comply with Company / Department policies, including attendance. · Must not present a direct threat to health, safety or the welfare of fellow employees or others. · Treat all guests, vendors and employees with courtesy, respect, fairness and consistency. · Professional in appearance, grooming and behavior. · Ability to interpret and complete all communications received and submitted. · Respond in a timely manner to all guests and employees. · Consistently observant and alert. · Mandatory Pari-Mutuel license to comply with the State of Florida, Department of Professional Regulations. QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE: · Superior judgment and decision making skills. · High degree in regards to detail. · Excellent follow-up, communication and organizational skills. · Proficient in reading, writing and calculating. WORKING CONDITIONS: · Potential exposure to outdoor / indoor elements and air conditioning / heat · Walking, climbing, squatting, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching · Occasional lifting (minimum of 25lbs.) · Flexible work schedule · Overtime work on “as needed” basis


* * * Part-time HOUSKEEPERS / JANITORS * * * $9.00 - $10.00 per hour with a $200 BONUS after 90 days
OVERVIEW: Responsible for cleaning all areas assigned and maintaining compliance with the regulations of the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA); works under the direction and policies of the employer. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Thoroughly clean areas by, but not limited too, dusting, sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, empty trash and window washing · Pressure clean chairs and floors SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: · Operate and maintain all equipment / tools · Flexible to work within any area of Maintenance · Perform other duties as assigned by Management PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: · Meet all regulations pertaining to health, safety and personal hygiene in accordance with City, State, and Federal laws · Comply with Company / Department policies, including attendance · Must not present a direct threat to health, safety or the welfare of fellow employees or others · Treat all guests, vendors and employees with courtesy, respect, fairness and consistency · Professional in appearance, grooming and behavior · Ability to interpret and complete all communications received and submitted · Obtain pari-mutuel license as required by the State of Florida MACHINE / EQUIPMENT / TOOLS USED: Mop, pail, broom, dust pan, vacuum, scrubber, motorized sweeper, truck, ladders, scaffold, pressure cleaner, scraper and chemicals SAFETY EQUIPMENT: Fire extinguisher, rubber gloves, back brace, goggles and gloves QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE: · Minimum 18 years old WORKING CONDITIONS: · Exposure to outdoor / indoor elements and air conditioning / heat · Continuous walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, stooping, carrying and wiping · Frequent pushing, carts, brooms, mops · Hands exposed to fluids frequently · Occasional lifting (minimum of 25lbs.) · Exposure to various cleaning solutions and sanitizers · Overtime work on “as needed” basis


* * * Part-time........LINE COOKS * * * $12.00 per hour & $200 BONUS after 90 days ..... (Full-time Potential"....Based On Skills)

* * * Part-time SHORT ORDER COOKS * * * $11.00 per hour & $200 BONUS after 90 days..... "Full-time POTENTIAL"....Based On Skills



* * * Part-time COUNTER SERVER * * * $7.46 per hour + tips
OVERVIEW: Take orders from customers and serve food and/or beverages in a pleasant, friendly manner, making the guest feel they are your top priority. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Serve simple food and / or drink behind a counter to customer satisfaction · Responsible service of alcohol to guests · Communicate with guests using clear, enthusiastic words, tone and body language · Input drink orders into computer immediately, collect money from customer · Work with others to keep all areas, including condiment area, cleaned and stocked to Derby Lane standards · Accurately handle, control and disperse product SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: · Operate and maintain all equipment / tools · Flexible to work within any area of Food & Beverage · Familiar with all equipment in counter area · Perform other duties as assigned by Management PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: · Meet all regulations pertaining to health, safety and personal hygiene in accordance with City, State, and Federal laws · Comply with Company / Department policies, including attendance · Must not present a direct threat to health, safety or the welfare of fellow employees or others · Treat all guests, vendors and employees with courtesy, respect, fairness and consistency · Professional in appearance, grooming and behavior · Ability to interpret and complete all communications received and submitted · Abide by portion control standards · Mandatory passing of Responsible Service of Alcohol Test MACHINE / EQUIPMENT / TOOLS USED: Coca-Cola system, ice machine, coffee machine, pretzel warmer, juice dispenser, ice buckets/scoop, beer system, pizza oven, ice cream machine, popcorn machine, cash register, display racks, hot plates, nacho machine SAFETY EQUIPMENT: Fire extinguisher QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE: · Knowledge of beer, wine and spirits, familiar with standard drink recipes · Basic math, reading and money handling skills · Outstanding customer service skills · Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills · Certification under responsible service of alcohol use WORKING CONDITIONS: · Potential exposure to outdoor / indoor elements and air conditioning / heat · Walking and standing entire duration of shift · Continuous reaching, bending, stooping, carrying and wiping · Frequent washing of hands · Occasional lifting (minimum of 25lbs.) · Exposure to various cleaning solutions and sanitizers · Overtime work on “as needed” basis