Dealer

Job Summary

A Dealer is responsible for managing casino table games by dealing cards, overseeing gameplay, ensuring fairness, and providing an engaging and professional experience for guests.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Deal poker and table games efficiently and accurately
• Manage the flow of the game, including shuffling, dealing, and pot distribution
• Enforce house rules and ensure fair play at all times
• Maintain a friendly, professional, and engaging table atmosphere
• Deal table games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, or craps
• Explain game rules to players when necessary
• Handle chips, cards, and gaming equipment with precision
• Ensure all wagers are placed correctly and payouts are accurate
• Follow all gaming regulations and internal controls
• Work closely with pit bosses and supervisors to maintain smooth operations

Required Skills And Abilities

• Strong math skills
• Provide excellent customer service to all guests
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure gaming table
• Adhere to all casino policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Identify and prevent cheating, fraud, or disputes
• Maintain composure in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Completion of dealer school or relevant training (preferred)
• Knowledge of poker and/or table games rules and procedures

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to stand for extended periods (typically 6–8 hours per shift)
• Manual dexterity to handle cards, chips, and gaming equipment accurately
• Good hand-eye coordination for dealing and chip handling
• Ability to perform repetitive motions (shuffling, dealing, stacking chips)
• Ability to hear and communicate clearly in a loud, fast-paced environment
• Ability to reach, bend, and stretch across gaming tables
• Ability to lift and carry light items (e.g., chip trays, cards, up to ~10–15 lbs)
• Maintain physical stamina and focus during long shifts

Company Information

Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.