Gambling Table Dealers
Gambling Table Dealers run casino games such as blackjack, poker, roulette, and craps, making sure every round is fair, accurate, and follows strict rules. They shuffle and deal cards, operate gaming equipment, calculate wins and losses, and handle chips and cash while staying focused in a fast-paced, noisy environment. They also explain game rules, watch for cheating or mistakes, and sometimes help train new dealers or support the overall security of the gaming floor.
Did you know?
Gambling dealers must obtain gaming licenses that vary by state, with background checks and training requirements that can take several weeks to complete.
At a glance
Typical average pay
$34,100 Avg/yr
Growth
Stable
Top skill
Active Listening
Things to consider
Irregular Work Schedule
Casino dealers typically work nights, weekends, and holidays since casinos operate 24/7, requiring flexibility with non-traditional work hours.
Tip-Dependent Income
A significant portion of a dealer's income comes from customer tips, making earnings variable and dependent on customer satisfaction and casino traffic.
Key responsibilities
Compute amounts of players' wins or losses, or scan winning tickets presented by patrons to calculate the amount of money won.
Check to ensure that all players have placed bets before play begins.
Work as part of a team of dealers in games, such as baccarat or craps.
Refer patrons to gaming cashiers to collect winnings.
Apply rule variations to card games such as poker, in which players bet on the value of their hands.