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Gaming Host Coordinator

Derby City Gaming & Hotel

4520 Poplar Level Rd
Louisville, KY 40213

Casino & Hotel
Managed By Churchill Downs Inc.
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Full-Time

Description

Specific Duties And Responsibilities
  • Drives guest business through phone interaction and outbound telemarketing with a focus on House Accounts and Development Potential Guests as identified by the Gaming Host Manager and/or Database Analysts.
  • Develops players with VIP potential by fostering strong relationships through telemarketing efforts, in-person interaction, player events, personalized notes, follow-up phone calls, email, etc. This position will serve a transitional role between Gaming Host and player during the guest transition to Host Coded VIP.
  • Maintains knowledge of marketing and player development promotions and encourages guest participation to their qualifying guests.
  • Assists in resolving guest opportunities and/or conflicts, in a fair and equitable manner.
  • Assist Hosts with any / all required projects with regard to Special Events, Off-Property Events, Call Projects, and possibly Floor Coverage during high volume periods of business with periods of focus on organizing and execution of special events. Participation in telemarketing of the events in an effort to confirm attendance through confirmation calls.
  • Assist in pulling calls & return calls from voicemail as needed. Coordinate with Host on duty with regard to questions on comp, etc.
  • Issue free play, comps for dining, etc. based on gaming activity and comp guidelines. Adhere to all audit policies with regard to comps and free play issued.
  • Exhibits a friendly, helpful, and courteous manner when dealing with customers of fellow team members.
  • Maintains the confidentiality of player information including but not limited to personal information such as name, address, contact information, level of play, wins, losses, number of visits, etc.
  • Responsible for adhering to company policies and for ensuring the compliance within area of responsibility and reporting potential issues to management.
  • Perform duties in a safe manner; report any potential safety hazards to management staff.
  • Ability and willingness to spend long periods of time during shift on the gaming floor interacting with both return guests and searching for non-carded new players to sign-up for Player Rewards card.
Standards Of Performance
  • Must have a flexible schedule and maintain accessibility to fit business needs, including monitoring and responding to all communications as necessary. Days Off and shifts may vary based on business needs.
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest standards of customer service.
  • Emphasizes and embodies company mission of providing excitement and delivering excellent internal and external guest service.
  • Responsible for maintaining and submitting accurate and thorough records and reports (call logs) in a timely and consistent manner.
  • Requires superior communication and judgmental skills, as position is called upon to interact frequently with VIP guests, and make decisions regarding the issuance and denial of complimentary items.
Education, Tr AI Ning, And Experience
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • One to two years of gaming experience preferable.
  • Must have the ability to write reports and business correspondence.
  • Able to tolerate second-hand smoke, noise, bright lights
  • Must be 21 years of age
  • Ability to attain a valid racing license

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Posted April 5, 2024

Derby City Gaming & Hotel

Derby City Gaming is located on Poplar Level Rd. in Louisville, Kentucky. It is the only licensed gaming facility in the state. The 85,000 square foot, $65 million-dollar facility features over 1,200 historical racing machines, with 70+ themes, on the 45,000 square foot gaming and entertainment floor. It also features a123-room hotel, Chophouse, Bourbon bar and a Sports Bar.

The adjoining five-story hotel tower features 123 rooms with 108 standard guest rooms, 14 corner suites and a VIP suite. The Derby City Gaming hotel enables guests to take advantage of unique hospitality and Kentucky Derby ticket pairing options.

Food & beverage venues include Oliver's Chophouse, a classic steakhouse featuring the finest steaks and seafood, and the Bourbon bar which offers an extensive selection of bourbons and wines. Guests also enjoy two casual dining areas, which include classic diner-style comfort foods at Lil’ Wagner’s and Railbirds Hot Chicken Restaurant. 

The Center Sports Bar is a horse racing simulcast wagering area with seating for 50, where players watch all the big games on fourteen 85’’ TV's, enjoy live bands on stage, as well as craft beers and specialty cocktails.

Derby City Gaming & Hotel is committed to elevating the entertainment experiences Louisville has to offer and ensure KY’s signature horse racing industry continues to thrive.

Derby City Gaming Downtown is now also open and features a 44,000 sq. ft. historical racing machine entertainment venue with close to 500 machines on a non-smoking gaming floor, with an open-air smoking and gaming patio, as well as three lively bars & lounges, live entertainment, sports wagering, and a gift shop.

We offer great pay, exciting career opportunities and exceptional employee benefits:

  • 401k (with up to 5% company match)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount)
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Complimentary Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Complimentary Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Company-Sponsored Volunteer Opportunities
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Team Member Recognition Program
  • Promotions, additional opportunities and the chance for further professional development are also available.
  • And More!


Opportunities for advancement abound!
Our parent company, Churchill Downs Incorporated is an industry-leading racing, online wagering and gaming entertainment company anchored by our iconic flagship event, the Kentucky Derby. CDI owns and operates three pari-mutuel gaming entertainment venues with approximately 3,050 historical racing machines in Kentucky. 

It also owns and operates TwinSpires, one of the largest and most profitable online wagering platforms for horse racing, sports and iGaming in the U.S., as well as seven retail sportsbooks. 

CDI is also a leader in brick-and-mortar casino gaming in eight states with approximately 11,000 slot machines and video lottery terminals and 200 table games.