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Hourly Pay:$11.00-$11.00 The Encore Boston Harbor Poker Dealer is responsible for accurately dealing poker games in the pit and for the accuracy of fills and credits. Ensures that gaming activity is ...

Hourly Pay:$11.00-$11.00 The Encore Boston Harbor Poker Dealer is responsible for accurately dealing poker games in the pit and for the accuracy of fills and credits. Ensures that gaming activity is ...

Hourly Pay:$11.00-$11.00 The Encore Boston Harbor Poker Dealer is responsible for accurately dealing poker games in the pit and for the accuracy of fills and credits. Ensures that gaming activity is ...

Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in a Poker room as a dealer / dual rate. Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint are a ...

Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in a Poker room as a dealer / dual rate. Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint are a ...

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How much do poker dealer jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for poker dealer in Massachusetts is $14.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.71 and $16.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Poker Dealer Do?

A poker dealer oversees poker games at a casino or tournament and keeps gameplay moving. Their job duties are to shuffle the deck, deal cards to the players, turn over community cards, and collect folded hands. As gameplay progresses, other responsibilities are to monitor the pot, announce all bets and raises, and identify winning hands. A poker dealer also retains the correct cut for the house. There are few qualifications to become a poker dealer. Familiarity with the rules of the game and its variations is essential, including traditional poker, Texas Hold’em, and Pot Limit Omaha.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Poker Dealer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Poker Dealer, you need strong mathematical skills, keen attention to detail, and a comprehensive understanding of poker rules, typically supported by a dealer school certification or on-the-job training. Familiarity with card shuffling machines, table game procedures, and casino management systems is often required. Outstanding customer service, communication, and conflict resolution skills help create a positive gaming experience and manage table dynamics. These competencies are crucial for ensuring fair play, efficient game flow, and maintaining a professional, enjoyable atmosphere for players.

What are some common challenges Poker Dealers face during busy casino hours, and how can they manage them effectively?

During peak casino hours, Poker Dealers often encounter fast-paced games, large crowds, and heightened player emotions. Managing multiple hands quickly while maintaining accuracy and fairness can be challenging. Dealers must stay focused, control the table, and communicate clearly to prevent disputes. Developing strong multitasking abilities and a calm demeanor helps dealers succeed in these demanding situations while providing a positive player experience.

What are poker dealers?

Poker dealers are professionals responsible for running poker games at casinos or card rooms. They shuffle and deal cards, manage the pot, enforce game rules, and ensure fair play among participants. Poker dealers also interact with players, handle bets and chips, and resolve minor disputes at the table. Their role requires keen attention to detail, quick math skills, and excellent customer service abilities.

What is the difference between Poker Dealer vs Blackjack Dealer?

AspectPoker DealerBlackjack Dealer
Required CertificationsTypically none, but some casinos prefer dealer training coursesOften requires dealer certification or licensing
Work EnvironmentCasino floors, private poker rooms, tournamentsCasino floors, table games areas
Industry UsageCommon in poker rooms and tournamentsCommon in blackjack tables across casinos
Job DutiesDealing poker hands, managing bets, enforcing rulesDealing blackjack, handling chips, ensuring game fairness

While both Poker Dealers and Blackjack Dealers work in casino environments and handle card dealing, Poker Dealers focus on poker games and may not require formal certification, whereas Blackjack Dealers often need licensing and deal blackjack tables. The roles are similar but specialized based on the game type.

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Wynn Resorts

Everett, MA • On-site

$11/hr

Part-time

Posted 21 days ago


Wynn Resorts rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 49 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 133 rated casinos


Job description

Company Description

About Encore Boston Harbor  

Encore Boston Harbor features 210,000 square-feet of gaming space including more than 3,000 slot machines and 240 table games. Situated on the Mystic River in Everett, Massachusetts, and connected to Boston Harbor, Encore Boston Harbor boasts 671 spacious hotel rooms, a spa, salon and fitness center, specialty retail shops, 15 dining and lounge venues and more than 50,000 square feet of ballroom and meeting spaces. The grounds feature a six-acre Harborwalk with pedestrian and bicycle paths that provide access to the waterfront, an event lawn, public art and ornate floral displays. It is the largest private, single-phase development in the history of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Job Description

Hourly Pay:$11.00-$11.00

The Encore Boston Harbor Poker Dealer is responsible for accurately dealing poker games in the pit and for the accuracy of fills and credits. Ensures that gaming activity is conducted in accordance with all relevant gaming regulations

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:  

  • Ensures all Encore Boston Harbor core values and property and department standards are implemented and applied. 
  • Participate in the execution of short-and long-term departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures; monitors and evaluates operational effectiveness; effects changes required for improvement.  Identifies key drivers of success.
  • Actively contributes to departmental performance, and the accuracy, confidentiality, and thoroughness of departmental policies and procedures; records and reports.
  • Verifies that all applicable internal policies, federal and state laws, rules, regulations and property-wide controls are enforced within the department.
  • Delivers and maintains a maximum level of service. 
  • Contributes to company-wide communication and best practices.
  • Assists in providing training opportunities for team members.
  • Keeps informed of all new developments within the department.
  • Delivers professional service to internal and external guests and team members, which may require levels of patience, tact and diplomacy. Responsible for addressing guest and team member issues as appropriate. 
  • Manages multiple priorities simultaneously and meets deadlines, often in stressful and high-pressure situations.
  • Simultaneously executes and maintains dealing poker game, player tracking, bankroll maintenance, and guest service.
  • Monitors guest activity while at tables and maintains open communication with supervisors regarding table games activities.
  • Ensures compliance with all gaming regulations and house policies and procedures.
  • Notifies supervisor of any irregularities in the play and/or transactions during the shift.
  • Adheres to appropriate gaming regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Provides excellent customer service.
  • Works with safety as a priority, and follows department and company safety standards.
  • Maintains relevant knowledge of industry through continuing education and training.
  • Performs any other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Age, Gaming and Certifications:

21 years of age or above.

Will be required to obtain and maintain registration or a license issued by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission.

Education and/or Experience: 

High school degree or equivalent preferred.  Hospitality, casino or poker dealing experience preferred.  

Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills, as well as excellent attention to detail.

Must be able to deal Poker. Additional games a plus.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, such as policy and procedure manuals, maintenance instructions, and other related documents.  Ability to respond to common inquiries from other employees or guests. Conversational English required.  Ability to write instructions.  Ability to effectively present information.

Mathematical Skills & Reasoning Ability:

Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations. Ability to decipher various reports and maintain reports upon request.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is also regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms, and to sit, climb or balance, and stoop, stretch, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Essential responsibilities include moderate physical ability such as lift or maneuver at least fifty (50) pounds, and varied instances of standing/walking. 

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that exists while Team Members are performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate.  When on the casino floor or some back of house areas, the noise level increases to loud. Must be able to interact with internal and external guests in a professional manner.
  • Due to the unpredictable nature of the hospitality/entertainment industry, Team Members must be able to work varying-schedules to reflect the business needs of the property.
  • Reliable, consistent, and punctual attendance is required.
Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.


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