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Here is an inspired functional resume sample for a homeless job seeker who is applying for a job as a casino dealer working for a cruise ship line. Although Martin (not his real name) has many years of experience working as a casino dealer, that experience isn’t recent. Also, he has never worked for a cruise ship line before. How does Martin’s resume help him return to this type of work in a whole new way? Let’s take a look!

About this Resume Sample

After eight years of working at casinos in Las Vegas, Martin moved to Reno, where he fell on hard times and became unemployed and homeless for several years. To fill the job gap in the Work History section of his resume, he listed his primary means of support as “Recycler, self-employed.” His recycling had nothing to do with casinos, but having it listed on his resume will hopefully avoid an awkward question during his job interview like: “So, what were you doing from 2014 to 2017?”

With this resume, Martin is trying to get back to his career as a casino dealer. He would also like to travel, and to get paid while doing so! His job objective (Casino Dealer for a Cruise Line) combines his prior career with his current desire. How does he show us that he is ready for this new step in his life and career path, and that he has not “missed the boat”?!

• In his Highlights section, Martin uses special characters in a fun way to keep the theme of card dealing front and center on his resume. He also states that he has just taken a refresher course, to show that he is eager to return to this world and ready to do so.
• Under the heading of Experience & Special Skills, he uses the functional format to focus on his casino skills, rather than having to describe his work as a recycler. He divides his skills into three sections that all pertain to the work of being a card dealer.
• Using active verbs and vibrant language, each one-line statement paints a picture of Martin doing his job well.
• With this format, Martin can list his work history in its own section near the bottom of the resume. This downplays his most recent “job” and homelessness. This format also helps him to avoid repeating statements about the work he did at each casino, making his resume concise.
• The last section on his resume shows Martin’s training in card dealing, plus his math and computer courses. He has the type of mind needed to excel in his target job!

See what else makes Martin’s resume strong!

Resume for a Casino Dealer for a Cruise Line

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A casino dealer runs the games of chance in gaming settings, as he interacts with players, explains the odds and methods of play, and runs the game according to the 'house' rules. Most professional casino games dealers are adept at a variety of table games, such as blackjack, roulette, craps, pai gow poker and baccarat. Good people skills, stellar math abilities and good oversight capabilities are crucial for this line of work.

Job Description

Casino dealers must have an acute, in-depth understanding of the games they deal. This not only includes the rules of the game, but also the minimum and maximum bets, payouts and side bet rules. In addition to state gaming regulations that govern casino games, individual gaming properties may also have their own rules. For example, one casino may allow a patron to play as many simultaneous hands of blackjack as he wishes, whereas others limit the number of hands to two -- and only if the minimum bet is doubled. A dealer is responsible for understanding the rules, knowing the odds of winning in different circumstances, and she must be able to articulate this information to casino patrons of all skill levels. A casino dealer is also responsible for monitoring play to ensure no one is cheating. Some casinos also educate dealers as to how to tell if someone has a potential gambling problem, and then the casino will offer resources to assist those players.

Education Requirements

In cities in which casino industries abound, local dealing schools and community colleges often have programs aimed toward teaching a variety of hospitality and gaming-industry skills. These can range from short-term vocational training programs that teach the mechanics of various table games -- all the way through advanced degrees in hotel and casino management. In smaller casinos, or 'break-in' houses in which new dealers have a chance to learn their trade, good math skills and a high school diploma or a GED may be the only education required to apply for a job. In higher-end casinos that have 'high limit' rooms, casino managers may look for people with significant experience, superior math and people skills, and even the foreign language skills that are necessary to converse with a diverse clientele.

Casino Poker Dealer Job Description

Industry

While most casino dealers are found in casinos and poker rooms, there are a variety of other venues where they can find employment. This includes cruise ships, party-planning companies that host casino nights, fundraising organizations that generate funds through table-games play, and event- planning companies that hire dealers for private parties and other venues.

Years of Experience

Experienced dealers know how to get along well with a variety of player personalities and are versatile in the variety of games they know how to deal. These are the dealers who are recruited to the high-paying venues. Most of a dealer's income is in the form of tips, so the bigger the 'play' in a casino, the more money the dealer will likely earn.

• 0-5 years: $32,229
  
• 5-10 years: $42,590
  
• 10-20+ years: $49,036
  

Job Growth Trends

It's anticipated that jobs in the casino games industry will grow at a slower-than-average pace of about two percent through 2026. Legal gaming is still limited in parts of the United States, attributing to the slow growth rate. If a greater number of states decide to legalize gaming, then that figure has the potential to change.

About the Author

Lisa McQuerrey has been an award-winning writer and author for more than 25 years. She specializes in business, finance, workplace/career and education. Publications she’s written for include Southwest Exchange and InBusiness Las Vegas.

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