Poker Room Host - MGM National Harbor

MGM Resorts International; Oxon Hill (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Health insurance

Free meals

Job summary

MGM Resorts International in National Harbor, Maryland, is seeking a friendly Poker Room Host to welcome guests, manage player lists, start games, and keep the action flowing while supporting dealers and ensuring smooth operations for a great guest experience.

Applicants should be at least 18 years old with a High School Diploma or GED; prior poker experience in casino operations is preferred. The role offers benefits, overtime when required, and a pay rate of $18.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior poker experience within casino operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the placement of guests into games
• Develop customer relations and facilitate usage of the MGM Rewards card
• Explain rules and answer questions for guests
• Open games in accordance with the supervisor’s instructions
• Handle player transactions and maintain poker table banks with accuracy and efficiency
• Track player activity using internal systems to ensure accurate records

Skills

Guest service mindset

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

18+ eligibility

Job description

National Harbor, Maryland

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

THE JOB

As a Poker Room Host you will be the first to welcome guests into the excitement of our Poker Room, manage player lists, start games, and keeping the action flowing. In this role, you’ll create a seamless guest experience while supporting dealers and ensuring smooth, efficient operations.

THE DAY-TO-DAY

• Responsible for the placement of guests into games
• Develop customer relations and facilitate usage of the MGM Rewards card
• Explain rules and answer questions for guests
• Open games in accordance with the supervisor’s instructions
• Handle player transactions and maintain poker table banks with accuracy and efficiency
• Track player activity using internal systems to ensure accurate records

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• At least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED
• Prior poker experience within Casino Operations (preferred)

THE PERKS & BENEFITS

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally.
• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees).
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.
• Free meals in our employee dining room.
• Free parking on and off shift.
• Healthcare, financial, and time off benefits.
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community.

Pay Rate

The rate for this role is:

$18.50

This rate represents a good faith estimate of the wage rate that MGM reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire.

Pay will not be below any applicable minimum wage.

Should overtime be worked, employees are paid overtime pay in accordance with state requirements.

Employees in this position are eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plans, and time off plans. Specific program offerings vary by eligibility factors such as geographic location, employment status, and union membership.