CAREER

Gambling Dealers

Overview

Salary Median (2020)

$24,960

Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)

+19.2% (much faster than the average)

Career

What Gambling Dealers Do

Operate table games. Stand or sit behind table and operate games of chance by dispensing the appropriate number of cards or blocks to players, or operating other gambling equipment. Distribute winnings or collect players' money or chips. May compare the house's hand against players' hands.

Other Job Titles Gambling Dealers May Have

Blackjack Dealer, Casino Dealer, Table Games Dealer, Twenty-One Dealer

Tasks & Responsibilities May Include

  • Pay winnings or collect losing bets as established by the rules and procedures of a specific game.
  • Greet customers and make them feel welcome.
  • Exchange paper currency for playing chips or coin money.
  • Check to ensure that all players have placed bets before play begins.
  • Inspect cards and equipment to be used in games to ensure that they are in good condition.

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