Gambling Dealers

Typical tasks

From O*NET 31.0. Core tasks first. Few of these tasks have a benchmark today.

• 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.
• Deal cards to house hands, and compare these with players' hands to determine winners, as in black jack.
• Stand behind a gaming table and deal the appropriate number of cards to each player.
• Apply rule variations to card games such as poker, in which players bet on the value of their hands.
• Receive, verify, and record patrons' cash wagers.
• Conduct gambling games, such as dice, roulette, cards, or keno, following all applicable rules and regulations.
• Work as part of a team of dealers in games, such as baccarat or craps.
• Start and control games and gaming equipment, and announce winning numbers or colors.