Seasonal Racing Valet
Company: Canterbury Park Entertainment LLC
Location: Shakopee
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Experience the fun of working in
the entertainment industry at Canterbury Park - home to live horse
racing every summer and year round action in our Card Casino,
Racebook and Expo Center. Canterbury Park offers competitive pay
and an attractive benefits package for part-time team members. Our
team members enjoy paid time off, floating holidays and holiday
premium pay. For eligible team members, we provide a comprehensive
benefits package that includes life, critical illness, accident and
hospital indemnity insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with
employer matching; robust wellness programs designed to promote
overall health and well-being; and much more. Additional exciting
perks include free admission to live racing events, exclusive
access to special event privileges, and a wide variety of discounts
at local businesses and throughout Canterbury Park. These benefits
are carefully designed to not only enhance your experience at work
but also contribute to a vibrant and rewarding lifestyle in the
community. Job Summary: Racing Valets shall attend the weighing out
of the jockeys, the saddling of the horses prior to racing, the
unsaddling of the horses post race and attend the weighing in of
the jockeys. Responsible for supporting the Company’s mission,
vision, and values by providing an unparalleled experience of fun
and entertainment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Lead by
example. Responsible for maintaining a high degree of hospitality,
as well as a positive and professional demeanor at all times.
Creates high levels of morale, fosters teamwork, inspires
collaboration, and provides suggestions for growth to management.
Clean jockey equipment between each race Transfer equipment from
the Jockeys’ Room to the Paddock Assist in the saddling the horses
in the paddock prior to the race under the direction of the trainer
or assistant trainer of the horse Transfer equipment from the
racetrack to the Jockeys’ Room after the race Required
Qualifications: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability
to maintain a calm, composed presence in an often challenging
environment where multiple tasks and events may occur
simultaneously. Must provide own khaki-colored work pants. Must be
able to pass Canterbury Park’s pre-employment screening which
includes a criminal background check, verification of work history,
drug screening, and Canterbury Park’s Safe Driving Policy. Must be
able to attain a Minnesota Racing Commission (MRC) license. Must be
registered with the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority
(HISA) as a Covered Person. Preferred Qualifications: High School
Diploma, GED, or equivalent At least One (1) year of experience as
a Valet Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: The physical
demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Maintain a flexible working schedule, which may include late nights
and weekends during the live race season May – September. While
performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is
occasionally required to stand, walk and sit throughout the
assigned shift. Required to be in proper uniform during all hours
where live racing is being conducted. Must be able to lift up to 40
lbs. Requires frequent wrist and hand use.
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