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 OUTSIDE MAINTENANCE * * * $10.000 per hour PLUS BENEFITS.....$200 BONU$
OVERVIEW: JANUARY 2012 Perform duties to maintain natural environment and landscaped areas of company grounds and dog track. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Trim shrubs and trees; plant foliage and condition grounds · Operate grounds keeping equipment such as lawn mowers and trimmers · Pick up parking lot debris; make daily garbage pick up · Clean kennel buildings as needed; maintain sprint path and other areas as assigned SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: · Flexible to work within any area of Maintenance department · Perform all 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 · Mandatory Pari-Mutuel license to comply with the State of Florida, Department of Professional Regulations MACHINE / EQUIPMENT / TOOLS USED: Lawn mower, hedge trimmer, lawn chemicals, tractors, trucks, steamer, weed eater, shovels and rakes SAFETY EQUIPMENT: Goggles, masks, back support, gloves, boots and rain gear QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE: · Physically fit WORKING CONDITIONS: · Exposure to outdoor elements · Walking, climbing, squatting, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching · Occasional lifting (minimum of 25lbs.) · Exposure to various chemicals · Flexible work schedule · Overtime work on “as needed” basis


* * * Part-time...... LEADOUTS / DOG HANDLERS * * * $9.00 - $12.00 per hour ...* * $200 BONU$ * *
OVERVIEW: Walk Greyhounds out for official races. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Maintain proper care of the Greyhounds when leading them from the paddock area, down the track, to the starting box for their appointed race SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: · Ensure that each dog has the racing blanket, leash and muzzle on correctly · 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 · Respond in a timely manner to all guests and employees · Mandatory Pari-Mutuel license to comply with the State of Florida, Department of Professional Regulations MACHINE / EQUIPMENT / TOOLS USED: Sturdy running shoes QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE: · Dog handling skills · Ability to interpret and complete all communications received and submitted · Physically fit is essential, must be able to lift up to 90 lbs greyhound chest height without injuring the greyhound or yourself. WORKING CONDITIONS: · Exposure to outdoor elements – 4.5 to 5 hours each shift · Consistent walking, climbing, squatting, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching · Frequent sprinting on sand track · Frequent chest high lifting minimum of 50lbs · Frequent pulling, minimum 50 lbs · Flexible work schedule


* * * Part-time COCKTAIL SERVER * * * .....$5.44 per hour + tips...... * * *$300 BONU$ * * *
OVERVIEW: Providing guests the finest service in food and drink while maintaining a clean, hazard free environment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Thoroughly familiar with our product, table service, cost control and proper sales techniques.PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: · Meet all regulations pertaining to health, safety and personal hygiene in accordance with City, State, Federal laws, including Gaming license · Must not present a direct threat to health, safety or the welfare of fellow employees or others · Comply with Company / Department policies, including attendance · Professional in appearance, grooming and behavior · Treat all guests and employees with courtesy, respect, fairness and consistency · Ability to interpret and complete all communications received and submitted Prior gaming experience a plus WORKING CONDITIONS: · Exposure to indoor elements: air conditioning and heat · Climbing, squatting, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching · Continuous walking / standing minimum 2 hours · Occasional lifting (minimum of 25lbs) · Overtime work on “as needed” basis


* * * Part-time SHORT ORDER and LINE COOKS * * * $11.00 - $12.00 per hour with a $200 BONUS after 90 days

* * * Part-time DISHWASHERS * * * $8.50 per hour.with a $200 BONU$ after 90 days