Silks Attendant

Our rich history is a big part of who we are. With historic roots dating back over 135 years, Woodbine is steeped in tradition. We have been the engine that drives the Ontario horse racing industry, creating winning experiences for all our guests.

We are also currently on an amazing 20-year journey to 'build a city within a city' and transform the largest privately held land in Toronto into one of Canada's premiere entertainment destinations.

This journey will unlock the value of approximately 700 acres of land, leading to job creation and the revitalization of our communities, while enhancing our ability to share the thrill of horse-racing and cementing our place as an entertainment powerhouse.

We also take care of our PEOPLE.

Here are some of the things we offer:

Full Group Benefits Plan

Pension

Paid Vacation

Discounts on Food

Ontario Attractions Discount

Free Parking

Opportunities for Advancement

Social Responsibility Initiatives
We need dedicated people to join our cause. Be part of Woodbine Entertainment and get inspired to make work awesome

Our Values & Beliefs

\u007C WOW EVERY GUEST \u007C OWN IT \u007C LISTEN & CONNECT - PEOPLE MATTER \u007C FUEL THE FUN & PASS IT ON \u007C TRUST IN OUR TEAM \u007C #WE CARE \u007C PURSUE YOUR POTENTIAL \u007CBE BOLD\u007C BE ALL IN \u007C

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Clerk of Scales in the Jocks Room, the Silks Room Attendant is responsible for the daily laundry plus the care and race day set up of owners' silks at Woodbine.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

***- Daily washing, drying and folding of used linens, uniforms, saddle cloths and number bibs

• Washing specialized jockey laundry
• Ensuring adequate supply of laundry chemicals
• Washing owners' silks after every race
• Prepare and arrange owners silks for next race day from inventory
• Returning clean silks to the inventory
• Additional duties within jockeys room as requested

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Knowledge

• Basic writing and good communication
• Attention to detail required

Skills

• Able to work under time constraints
• Able to lift heavy, wet laundry

Education & Experience

• Some high school (high school or work experience)

Work Conditions

• Work is on race days which includes weekends and holidays, afternoons and evenings work

Job is full-time seasonal

Guided by our Values and Beliefs, Woodbine Entertainment commits to providing an authentic and empowering work experience Please reach out if you're ready to embrace change and be part of a new breed of experience while working for one of Canada's certified Great Places to Work

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