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Gambling Dealers

What they 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.

Also Called:

Black Jack Dealer, Blackjack Dealer, Card Dealer, Casino Dealer, Dealer, Dual Rate Dealer, Games Dealer, Poker Dealer, Table Games Dealer, Twenty-One Dealer, Black Jack Dealer, Blackjack Dealer, Card Dealer, Casino Dealer, Dealer, Dual Rate Dealer, Games Dealer, Poker Dealer, Table Games Dealer, Twenty-One Dealer

TX Employment Data

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$20,160
Starting Salary (2025)
$25,090
Median Salary (2025)
-0.6%
Projected Job Growth
560
TX Employment (2025)

Typical Tasks

Check to ensure that all players have placed bets before play begins.
Greet customers and make them feel welcome.
Inspect cards and equipment to be used in games to ensure that they are in good condition.
Conduct gambling games, such as dice, roulette, cards, or keno, following all applicable rules and regulations.
Pay winnings or collect losing bets as established by the rules and procedures of a specific game.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Enterprising
Business based Work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Integrity
Self-Control
Stress Tolerance
Cooperation
Social Orientation
Attention to Detail

What key skills are needed for this job?

Active Listening
Speaking
Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Monitoring
Reading Comprehension

Expected Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Mathematics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Common Activities

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public

Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Education & Preparation

Some occupations may require additional education, advanced degrees, and years of experience in the field.
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Job Zone 2

Some Preparation Needed

Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed.

Training

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

Typical Education Required

Education a new hire may need

  • High school diploma 69%
  • Less than high school 15%
  • Some college 6%
  • Post-secondary certificate 5%
  • Associate's degree 5%
Source: O*NET Education, Training & Experience data

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