REVELxp - Event Day Staff, University of Kentucky and Keeneland Revel

XP LLC - 3.6

Lexington, KY Job Details Part-time $13.50 an hour 16 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication Outdoor work experience Moving Event customer service

Full Job Description Description:

REVELxp is a premier sports hospitality company . We work with hundreds of college and professional teams and major sporting events to deliver exceptional fan experiences, including full-service tailgates, premium hospitality events and exclusive ticket packages. In addition to managing fan experience offerings, we also provide comprehensive hospitality solutions to our team and event partners with event staffing, event management, premium hospitality management and venue installations. We are growing at a rapid pace and are looking for goal-oriented, purpose driven, high-energy individuals to join our team! We created REVELxp to reimagine and redefine game day with memory-making experiences that ignite fan passion, drive attendance, and build loyalty for sports and entertainment brands across the world. We believe that sports play a powerful, community building part in society and we work with the purpose of amplifying the social experience around gameday. This is why jobs here at REVELxp offer countless ways to create memorable experiences - from hospitality to operations to revenue generation. Our fast-paced, fun environment is what helps us create true partnerships with the professional sports properties we work alongside. The REVELXP team seeks to grow with innovative self-starters who want to be a part of reshaping fan experiences across the nation. We operate along a core set of values that set us apart in how we work and who is a great fit for our team: service, entrepreneurship, and joy. REVELxp is the exclusive tailgate partner for the University of Kentucky football program and Keeneland Racecourse in Lexington, KY. Game day and race day staff are vital to the smooth operation of each event day, as members of the staff represent the REVELxp brand while providing assistance, hospitality, and customer service to each tailgating guest. REVELxp premium tailgates are available for each Kentucky home game (7 total), spanning from September 5th to November 28th, 2026. REVELxp also offers tailgates throughout the Keeneland Fall Meet in October, with packages available every Wednesday through Saturday between Friday, October 2, 2026, and Saturday, October 24, 2026. Game day and race day staff members will report to the Event Manager and property General Managers and work with the tailgate site leaders to fulfill all game day responsibilities and services for guests. Candidates must be available to work on all Saturdays in which Kentucky has a home football game.

Job Type:

Seasonal (September 2026 - November 2026)

Time Frame:

Part-Time (6-20 hours/week)

Pay:

$13.50/hour

Game Day & Race Day Duties and Key Responsibilities Kentucky Football Games :

Arrive 6-7 hours prior to kickoff to help finalize tailgate setups (move coolers, ice, chairs) and take positions at assigned tailgate sites.

Keeneland Race Day:

The morning shift arrives at 9am to help finalize tailgate setups as described above. The afternoon shift arrives at 3pm to close the tailgates and flip them for the following day's guests. Complete any necessary final quality control checks according to layout diagrams Be ready and attentive at site entrance to welcome guests when they arrive and help unload their personal belongings into provided carts Direct guests to their assigned tent and help unload personal belongings Inform guests of when the tailgate site officially closes for the day Monitor cleanliness of each tailgate throughout the day and clear garbage to proper locations when necessary Be available and excited to provide great customer service throughout the entire fan experience Direct and help guests load their vehicles at the conclusion of their tailgate Assist with closing each site (manage leftover catering, proper equipment breakdown, trash management, etc.) Help move valuable inventory to the secured storage area or container

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements Strong interpersonal and communication skills A positive disposition with a passion and ability to serve others Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as a team High attention to detail Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events Ability to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds Ability to bend, stoop, and reach Manual dexterity to handle event materials Ability to work in varied environmental conditions, including outdoor spaces Good visual acuity and attention to detail From start to finish, a typical REVELxp tailgate at Kentucky and Keeneland lasts 9-12 hours. Working half-shifts are common at Keeneland and can be discussed for Kentucky home games. The Event Manager and General Manager are happy to discuss unique schedules during the hiring process. There is the possibility of getting approved to watch the game in the stadium after or between shifts at your assigned tailgate site. Most shifts will also allow staff to share a provided meal while working. Being a part of the event day staff is a great way to gain experience in the sports and hospitality industry. It provides a spectacular opportunity to make money while being immersed in the SEC football atmosphere and the truly unique staple of central Kentucky and our thoroughbred industry. This position also encourages personal growth and is a great opportunity to build your network. REVELxp needs committed, friendly, and honest individuals who will serve our guests with great joy at each event. If you are hard-working, courteous, and enjoy being outside, please apply! Applications for the 2026 fall tailgate season are open now. We will be in touch soon!

Note:

Applicants are considered on a rolling basis.