Casino Host

Rivers Casino; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivers Casino Portsmouth is seeking a Casino Host to develop VIP players by betting activity and loyalty. Reporting to the Director of Casino Marketing, you will acquire new guests and nurture existing ones through calls, emails, texts, and exclusive events.

You will manage player programs, coordinate events from concept to delivery, and maintain discretion and professionalism on the gaming floor. Evening shifts and a base salary with bonus are included.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced casino environment with discretion.
• Experience in customer service and guest relations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned VIP players, focusing on acquisition and retention.
• Coordinate and deliver hosted events from concept to completion.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional guest service at all times.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Professional demeanor

Stress tolerance

Prioritization and planning

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Rivers Casino Portsmouth
3630 Victory Blvd.
Portsmouth, VA 23701, USA

• Marketing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: CASIN007208

Description

JobSummary:

Reporting to the Director of Casino Marketing, the Casino Host is responsible for working with and developing VIP casino customers based on their gaming worth. This will include acquiring new customers as well as developing existing guests who qualify to be assigned to a Casino Host. The development of these customers will utilize all available tools required to drive incremental visits, including phone calls, emails, texts, mail, and invite only special events. A bonus incentive plan will be included with this position along with a base salary.

Shift Availability:

Swing- 5:00 PM-1:30 AM

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage group of assigned players, handling inbound services (Acquisition and Retention), while performing outbound sales services (Growth and Reactivation) according to defined and targeted lists of Sales Leads provided by the Marketing
• Coordinate with team members to properly retain customers across all Casino Marketing segments
• Complimentary privileges within prescribed limits in accordance with the approved Comp Matrix. Award customer complementaries based on gaming action and program guidelines.
• Ensure the effective implementation of hosted player events by taking responsibility for all aspects of the event from concept to delivery.
• Maintain a high standard of courtesy, confidentiality and professionalism.
• Maintain discretion in communication to or about customers and player accounts or circumstances.
• Host special events as requested and briefed by the Director of Casino Marketing, including completion of event feedback and P&L.
• Completion of member acquisition requirements and tasks.
• Consistent development and maintenance of databases.
• Coordinate guest visits including meals and events, and assist guests with questions and special requests to ensure coordination of guest needs to provide for their maximum convenience and comfort.
• Assist in the execution of special functions (parties, tournaments, etc.) and is responsible for preparing invitee lists and telemarketing efforts for special events, individual visits, and/or obtaining feedback on customer satisfaction.
• Contact guests by calling and in writing to increase trip frequency.
• Contact former guests to solicit account reactivation and to invite them to the casino.
• Request feedback from former players on how services can be improved at the casino.
• Responsible for making outbound calls to current, former, and prospective casino guests to inform them of casino promotions, hotel packages, and other related information.
• Consistently deliver positive, courteous, and professional guest service in all interactions with guests, visitors, vendors and fellow employees.
• Promote positive public/employee relations at all times.
• Maintain a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment within the area of responsibility.
• Safeguard the confidential information of all employee, department, and company records.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ensuring responsible gaming and responsible alcohol service by discreetly notifying appropriate management of concerns and observations.
• Ensure prompt and discrete notification to senior management and/or the Ethics Hotline of any observation of illegal acts and/or internal ethics violations.
• Minimize business risk by ensuring compliance with legislation and internal policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to obtain and maintain all necessary licensing
• Must possess outstanding interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written) to effectively interface with guests and peers.
• Must be able to remain professional and tolerate stress related to servicing public guests in a high pressure and fast-paced environment on the Casino gaming floor.
• Must possess planning skills and demonstrate the ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Must maintain a thorough knowledge and understanding of player tracking and analysis system
• Must have experience resolving problems decisively and timely, and adapting to changes as well as experience determining when senior leadership assistance is necessary for problem solving.
• Must be able to be constantly exposed to casino‑related environmental factors, including, but not limited to second hand smoke and excessive noise.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a majority of an entire shift.
• Must be able to traverse through the Casino to arrive at assigned locations.
• Must be able to learn and retain knowledge of computer systems and software (including, but not limited to Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and player tracking/ casino management software), procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Must be able to constantly and accurately communicate effectively and politely in spoken English with Team Members and guests to answer questions, provide information and check for guest satisfaction or Team Member understanding.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent. A Bachelor degree is preferred
• Three to five years casino host experience preferred
• Customer service experience required

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift and/or move objects up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and days of the week, including weekends and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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