Poker Dealer - Poker Operations

001 Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood; Florida; On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Ins.

401K

Paid time off

Annual Bonus Opportunity

Job summary

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood is hiring a Poker Dealer to manage the operation and conduct of poker games in accordance with gaming procedures and internal controls.

You will deal cards, announce hands, verify bets and ensure accurate rake while maintaining a professional, courteous environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; two years poker dealing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience; gaming school certificate preferred.
• Knowledge of Texas Hold’em, No Limit Hold’em, Omaha, and other poker variants is a must.
• Must be fully flexible with scheduling and possess excellent communication and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Deal cards to players and shuffle according to established rules.
• Announce winning hands to players and ensure rake is correctly taken.
• Verify chip and money balances and maintain accurate documentation.
• Monitor game and promptly report disputes; uphold safety and cleanliness in the work area.

Skills

Poker dealing

Texas Hold’em knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood is the flagship casino resort of Hard Rock International, owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida. This world-renowned entertainment, gaming and hospitality destination unveiled a $1.5 billion expansion on Oct. 24, 2019. New offerings include 638 upscale guestrooms in the first-ever Guitar Hotel, 168 luxury guestrooms and unique swim-up suites in the adjacent Oasis Tower at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, and 465 newly redesigned guestrooms in Hard Rock Hotel for a combined room count of 1,271 throughout the resort. Additional amenities include the lush, “Bora Bora” style lagoon with private cabanas and butler service; a 42,000 square‑foot Rock Spa® & Salon; a 13.5‑acre recreational water experience for swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding; 19 dining outlets and 20 bars and lounges; an expansive gaming floor with 3,100 slots, 195 table games and a 45‑table poker room; 120,000 square feet of premier meeting and convention space including a 38,000 square‑foot, carpeted exhibition hall; and a 26,000 square‑foot retail promenade. The highly anticipated Hard Rock Live entertainment venue with a 7,000-person capacity, will showcase A-list entertainers, comedy acts, Broadway performances, sporting events and live broadcast productions. The integrated resort is located on 87 acres of the Hollywood Seminole Reservation along State Road 7 (U.S. Highway 441), and is 10 minutes from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Miami and Miami International Airport. For more information, visit us online at www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com, call 800-937-0010 or follow us: Facebook: SeminoleHardRockHollywood, Twitter: @HardRockHolly, Instagram: @HardRockHolly.

Benefits & Perks:

We offer rockin' benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurances, 401K, Paid time off, Annual Bonus Opportunity & much more! Please visit www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits to see our full list of benefits!

Job Description:

Responsible for the operation and conduct of the assigned game in accordance with Gaming Procedure, internal controls and the rules and procedures of poker.

Essential Job Functions:

Deals cards to players and shuffles as appropriate according to established rules and regulations. Announces winning hand to players. Ensures that correct "rake" are taken from the winning pot. Verifies beginning and ending chip and money balances and confirms supporting documentation. Receives fills and distributes credits. Ensures that wagers are placed before cards are dealt. Monitors game and notifies supervisor of any disputes, problems or concerns with either a patron or the progress of the game. Promotes positive public/employee relations at all times. Maintains a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment within area of responsibility. Conducts themselves in accordance with all Gaming Commission Regulations, and Seminole Tribe of Florida/departmental policies and procedures. Conducts themselves in accordance with all Gaming Commission Regulations and Seminole Tribe of Florida/departmental policies and procedures. Responsible for the operation and conduct of the assigned game in accordance with Gaming Procedure, internal controls and the rules and procedures of poker. Demonstrate a commitment to ensuring responsible gaming and responsible alcohol service by discreetly notifying appropriate managers of concerns and observations. Demonstrate actions and behaviors that reinforce the Company’s Mission and Values of Communication, Integrity, Fun, Respect, Accountability, Passion and Dedication. Ensure prompt and discreet notification to managers and/or the Ethics Hotline of any observation of illegal acts or internal ethics violations. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required and two (2) years poker dealing experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Gaming school certificate preferred.
• Knowledge of Texas Hold ‘em, No Limit Texas Hold ‘em, Omaha, Seven-Card Stud, Pot Limit Omaha is a must. Basic Poker Tournament policies and procedures knowledge required.
• Must be fully flexible regarding scheduling requirements. Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and basic mathematical skills specific to position responsibilities.
• GAMING LICENSE REQUIRED

Work Environment:

May be exposed to casino related environmental factors including, but not limited to, second hand smoke and excessive noise. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The Casino environment is hectic, fast‑paced and often crowded and noisy. May be exposed to casino related environmental factors including, but not limited to, second hand smoke, excessive noise and constant exposure to general public. Must be able to communicate effectively with guests in English, specific to position duties and responsibilities.

Closing:

As part of Seminole Gaming’s employment process, final candidates will be required to obtain gaming licensure by completing a background check with Seminole Gaming Compliance and Regulations, prior to an offer being extended. These background checks may include, but are not limited to: Credit Check Criminal Background Check Disclaimer While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments). The Company gives preference in all of its employment practices to Native Americans. First preference in hiring, promoting and in all other aspects of employment is given to members of the Seminole Tribe who meet the job requirements. Second preference is given to members of other federally recognized Native American Tribes who meet the job requirements. Be Iconic represents the roots of our culture. The Seminole Tribe of Florida remains the only unconquered tribe in the United States of America. The Tribe established Seminole Gaming in 1979, when it opened the first high‑stakes bingo hall in the United States. Building on its rich heritage of courageous and groundbreaking achievements, the Seminole Tribe of Florida acquired Hard Rock International in March 2007—the first transaction of its kind by a Native American tribe. Today, Hard Rock International remains one of the most globally recognized companies in the world, with Hard Rock Hotel, Casino, Cafe and Rock Shop® venues in over 74 countries. With the continued growth of Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International, Seminole Hard Rock Support Services was created to support all of our brands and lines of business. With the largest global footprint in the hospitality industry for over 50 years, our number‑one job is to bring fun and excitement to our team members and our guests.