Dining Room Server
Keeneland Association · keeneland.com
Lexington
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The job in short
Dining room serving.
Details
- Found
- 9 d ago · posted 2026-10-15
- Location as listed
- Lexington, KY, US
- Role
- Server / Bartender / Host
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Position Summary:
As a Dining Room Server at Keeneland Hospitality, you are responsible for providing prompt, professional, and courteous food and beverage service to guests in one of the most prestigious and fast-paced hospitality environments in Kentucky. You help create a memorable dining experience by delivering high standards of service in line with Keeneland’s tradition of excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide exceptional table service with warmth, professionalism, and efficiency in accordance with Keeneland standards.
• Welcome and engage guests with genuine hospitality, maintaining a polished and positive demeanor throughout their experience.
• Offer knowledgeable recommendations on food and beverage pairings.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders, input them into the POS system, and coordinate seamlessly with kitchen and bar teams.
• Ensure timely delivery and proper presentation of all menu items; anticipate and respond promptly to guest needs and preferences.
• Knowledge regarding menu, Keeneland history, ability to offer direction to guest and walk them through service procedures.
• Maintain clean and well-set dining areas before, during, and after service.
• Adhere strictly to all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, including responsible alcohol service.
• Uphold the Keeneland culture by fostering a spirit of collaboration, respect, and high standards among teammates.
Qualifications and Requirements:
• Previous serving experience in upscale or fine-dining environments is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service excellence and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working long hours on your feet in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
• Excellent communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and composed during high-volume periods, while delivering gracious service.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Food handler certification and alcohol server training (or willingness to obtain) required.
• Flexible availability including weekends, holidays, and early mornings during live race meets and special events
Licensing Requirements:
• A valid Fayette County Food Handler’s License is required for all food and beverage staff. Must be obtained prior to the first scheduled shift.
• A Kentucky Horse Racing Commission license is required for all track workers. This license will be provided to you on behalf of Keeneland upon hire.
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