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Occupation Code: 4212
Bookmaker, Croupier and Related Gaming Worker
Alternative titles: Casino Dealer, Betting Shop Manager, Turf Accountant, Game Presenter, Bookie
Job description and duties
Bookmakers, Croupiers and Related Gaming Workers work in gambling establishments.
Bookmakers may run licensed betting offices or work in betting shops on location. A Bookmaker is typically expected to:
• Calculate the odds for each race contingent on the kind of event, participants and conditions
• Issue betting tickets
• Pay out on bets in line with the results
• Maintain a record of all transactions
• Handle customer complaints and queries
• Train betting office staff
• Supervise betting office staff such as Betting
Shop Cashiers
Croupiers work in a casino under the supervision of a Gaming Inspector and Pitboss. A Croupier is typically expected to:
• Prepare the betting table
• Greet players to the table
• Operate and control a number of casino games
• Monitor, collect and pay bets for customers (except for online casinos)
• Ensure that games are proceeding in a smooth manner
• Inform the Inspector/Pitboss of any irregularities
• Assist customers and respond to queries
Work environment
Bookmakers, Croupiers and Related Gaming Workers typically work on a full-time basis. Part-time opportunities may be available. Work is typically on shift basis and working during weekends is to be expected.
Bookmakers may work from an office or from a betting shop.
Croupiers may work in land-based casinos and live studio casinos. Opportunities are also available on cruise liners. The working environment will vary according to the type of casino. Croupiers working in a land-based casino interact with players while Croupiers working from a live studio casino interact with players through a camera.
Occupation data
Number of employees (2017)
1,874
Share of foreigners (2017)
73%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+55%
Median Pay (per annum)
€17,500
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