Poker Dealer

Position: Poker Dealer Department: Poker Job Summary: Manages a poker station in accordance with the game being played.

Duties and Responsibilities

(specific areas of responsibility include but are not limited to): Deals poker games to players according to the rules of the game being played. Maintains an orderly table and appropriate playing speed in a courteous manner. Oversees the awarding of winnings. Calculates and collects house and promotional funds. Facilitates poker operations to ensure control and security of the table.

Recognizes issues during play and obtains supervisory assistance, if necessary. Adheres to gaming regulations, internal controls, and departmental requirements at all times. Maintains an effective working relationship with guests and co-workers. Provides courteous service and personal assistance to promote goodwill. Responsible for maintaining a consistent regular attendance record.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential functions

Must be able to manage or feel objects, reach, and raise for specific job duties. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time. Must be able to work in a smoking environment with high noise, flashing lights and large crowds.

Must be able to read, write, and effectively communicate with all guests and team members in a positive and professional manner. Must be able to push, pull, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, climb, reach, twist, lift, and grip throughout a shift. Must be able to lift, pull, or carry up to 25 lbs. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of all casino-approved poker games.

Knowledge of Tribal gaming rules and regulations for poker operations. Knowledge of Arizona gaming regulations for poker operations. Knowledge of Minimum Internal Controls (MICs). Knowledge of customer service/public relations techniques. Knowledge of basic math and money handling procedures. Excellent coordination and dexterity.

Skill in developing and maintaining good working relationships. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and guests. Ability to work under pressure and be detail oriented. Ability to understand and follow through on written or verbal instructions.

Minimum Qualifications

Must successfully pass a poker dealing audition. Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening in accordance with company policy. Must have employment eligibility in the U.S. Must be able to work any shift, weekends, holidays, special events, and overtime, as needed. Must be able to obtain and retain a valid gaming license.

Preferred Requirements: High School Diploma or G.E.D. Graduation from an accredited Poker dealing school AND one year of poker dealing experience, preferably in a casino operation.