Many casinos offer career and job fairs so individuals can learn more about careers in the gaming field. If you are in an area that hosts casinos, you might even stop by and talk to casino workers to get a firsthand account of the job. Most people are happy to tell you about their job. Make sure you go at an off time so that people will have time to talk to you.
You might also want to stop by the human resources department of a casino and speak to a human resources specialist. In some instances, they will let you job shadow someone in the casino management department to help you see if that is the perfect job for you. Keep in mind, however, that as extensive experience is needed for this position, they might think it better to have you job shadow a pit boss or shift manager.
Take every opportunity available to learn new skills. Become fluent in another language. It will give you an edge over other applicants. A part-time or summer job in the customer service department in any industry will be helpful. An internship in any capacity at a casino will also provide you will good experience.
- Baggage Porters and Bellhops
- Bartenders
- Cage Cashiers
- Casino Credit Managers
- Cooks and Chefs
- Dealers
- Directors of Casino Security
- Food Service Workers
- Gaming Occupations
- Hosts/Hostesses
- Hotel and Motel Managers
- Hotel Concierges
- Hotel Desk Clerks
- Hotel Executive Housekeepers
- Hotel Restaurant Managers
- Online Gambling Specialists
- Pit Bosses
- Resort Workers
- Spa Attendants
- Spa Managers