Apply online immediately or attend the Hiring Center in September 

Keeneland is preparing for an extraordinary October with the Fall Meet on Oct. 2-24 and the Breeders’ Cup World Championships on Oct. 30-31 and has many job opportunities for people who are interested in joining its seasonal staff. Candidates may apply either online at Keeneland.com/jobs or in person by attending the Keeneland Hiring Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays in September.

“Keeneland’s seasonal workforce is invaluable to our race meet operations, and this fall takes on added importance because we are hosting the Breeders’ Cup,” Keeneland President and CEO Shannon Arvin said. “There are many opportunities to be part of the fun, including consistent hours, competitive compensation and work with a quality hospitality and operations team, while being part of a unique Kentucky tradition.”

Keeneland’s Hiring Center is located in the second-floor Grandstand (take Elevator B from the ground floor near the Paddock) and will be open Tuesdays and Thursdays in September from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET. Parking is available in Row 5.

Applicants should bring two forms of identification to the Hiring Center, where on-site interviews will be conducted and employment offers might be made on the spot.

Positions and benefits

For the Fall Meet and the Breeders’ Cup, Keeneland offers seasonal employment in a variety of areas. 

Keeneland Hospitality provides food and beverage service for the entire Keeneland campus, including the Clubhouse, Grandstand, concessions and Track Kitchen, and has opportunities for people with all levels of culinary, wait staff and host experience. Candidates will receive the opportunity to gain valuable culinary and dining experience while training directly under talented chefs and dining room servers.

The majority of seasonal positions are entry level and do not require any formal training. These jobs can be a good fit for active people who are interested in a seasonal position that can lead to other opportunities, and for those who are looking for a short-term opportunity, to be part of a Kentucky tradition, a fun atmosphere and earn additional income.

Team members will receive paid training prior to the start of the race meet. Employees are paid weekly and will receive 50% off meals at concession stands and a 30% discount at The Keeneland Shop.

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People who want to learn more about future job opportunities at Keeneland are encouraged to sign up to receive the e-newsletter “Employment Opportunities.”  

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Volunteer Group program offers Fall Meet opportunities for community organizations 

In addition to outstanding seasonal employment opportunities, Keeneland is proud to support the community via its Volunteer Group program. The program enables fraternities, sororities, high school booster clubs, senior groups, charitable organizations and other certified groups with a tax identification number to receive a contribution of $10 for every hour that one of their members works during the Fall Meet. 

If your group is interested in applying for one of these select opportunities, please click here.