Gambling Dealers
Personal Care and Service
The work happens at a gaming table, standing or sitting, dealing cards or running other chance equipment while players place bets. Before a hand starts, dealers check that bets are down, inspect cards and gear, and exchange cash for chips. They apply the rules of the game, including blackjack and poker, compare hands when needed, and pay winners or take losing bets. Greeting players and keeping the table moving are part of the job. It suits people who like close attention to rules, quick mental math, and steady customer contact while standing or sitting at a table.
Typical education: High School Diploma or GED
Annual Median Wage in Field (2025)
$34'320
Median Wage Market Position
$34'320
What you might do
- Deal cards to each player at the table
- Pay winners and collect losing bets
- Compare the house hand with players' hands
- Exchange cash for chips before play
- Confirm all bets are down before dealing
- Inspect cards and equipment for damage
Skills that matter
- Dealing cards and comparing hands
- Paying winners and collecting losing bets
- Welcoming players as they sit down
- Checking that every bet is placed
- Inspecting cards and gaming equipment
- Applying house rules to poker and blackjack
AI & the future of this role
Live table games still hinge on pacing, reading the room, and trusted cash handling that automation only partly covers. Digital betting and automated tables may trim some demand, yet in-person hospitality and judgment remain central where traditional play continues.
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