COOK - Churchill Downs

Levy is a prominent food, beverage, and retail company known for its unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and passion for delivering unforgettable experiences through great food. Founded 40 years ago in Chicago as a delicatessen, Levy has grown into a leading presence across more than 200 entertainment, sports, and restaurant venues throughout the United States. Their commitment to diversity, inclusion, and employee growth has helped them build a solid reputation in the industry. Levy at Churchill Downs operates in one of the most iconic sporting venues in the country, offering seasonal, part-time positions during their Spring, Summer, and Fall Racing Meets. Churchill Downs is famously known as the home of the Kentucky Derby, an event hailed by Forbes as one of America's "Greatest Bucket-list Sporting Events," attracting over 150,000 guests annually under the Twin Spires to enjoy racing, festivities, and culinary delights. Levy plays an integral role in delivering exceptional food experiences during these events, embracing teamwork and high standards of quality.

The current role is for a Cook at Churchill Downs, offering a competitive pay range from $16.10 to $18.10 per hour based on experience. This position is seasonal and part-time, providing flexible opportunities for individuals seeking to be part of one of the most thrilling sports events, from the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby in the Spring Racing Meet to Twilight Thursday Racing and Downs After Dark in the September Racing Meet, as well as Thanksgiving and Black Friday events in the Fall. The Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality food items following standardized recipes, maintaining impeccable hygiene standards, and ensuring food safety in accordance with federal, state, and corporate guidelines. Key duties involve managing food portioning and presentation, tasting food to ensure quality and flavor, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, storing food properly, and assisting with ordering and inventory management. This role demands a personal commitment to safety, teamwork, and professionalism.

Levy at Churchill Downs offers numerous benefits to associates, including the Instapay service for early access to wages, high-interest savings through the EVEN app, an Associate Shopping Program, a Health and Wellness Program, a Discount Marketplace, and an Employee Assistance Program. As a member of Compass Group USA, Levy upholds equal opportunity employment standards, fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity in all its forms. Candidates interested in this position will find a dynamic environment where they can develop culinary skills, contribute to major sporting event experiences, and grow within a reputable company known for its leadership in the hospitality industry.