Although tipping is definitely optional at casinos, believe us, it’s a staple of the industry! This is not just limited to traditional casinos, even in online non GamStop casinos at Gamblingpro.pro, players can tip the dealer. Frankly, casinos offer their dealers modest salaries because they know they already get a lot of money from customers’ tips. This makes the dealer do everything he can to satisfy their guests.
If I tell you that more tips are collected in the casinos than are converted into catering in the casino, you will undoubtedly not believe it! According to many websites, each dealer gets a tip ranging from $15 to $50 an hour. This means that he will make $150 to $400 a week. In addition to his monthly income, he is supposed to make $3,000 a month or maybe more. In 2019, dealers of Holland Casino collected more than €25,500,000 in tips. This amount seems huge and it is only that, relatively speaking, it is only €4.10 per person per visit.
I can hear you thinking why the hell should I tip at the casino? That is why I wanted to share with you what my experiences and insights are on this subject that always raises questions.
Is Tipping Mandatory in the Casino?
Tipping is certainly not mandatory, but it is very much appreciated by casino employees. The latter is also related to the fact that the tip pot is shared with the other employees or whether the employee can keep it all to himself.
Personally, I’m a big believer in allowing the staff to keep it for themselves, as is usually the case in Las Vegas casinos. This will give you even more motivated employees.
In most casinos, each employee shares in the total tip that is collected and is deposited in the tip pot. One employee receives a higher or lower percentage via a special distribution key.
Calculation
At the moment about 3700 employees work in the Holland Casino. If we take the total tip revenue of 2019, $25.5 million. Then each employee should receive about €6900,00.
Dealers Are Happy With a Tip
Nowadays you see that casino employees are happy when they get a tip. They won’t shout it from the rooftops like on the cruise boat, but it is very much appreciated.
The casino employees are not dependent on the tips but is a nice extra and also express the appreciation of the guests.
In Las Vegas or on a cruise boat, the employees are more dependent on the tips and will often provide a better service to the guests then.
The Unwritten Rule
One of the unwritten rules in the casino is that if you hit a “square”, or a full number, at the roulette you then give 1 bet piece (chip) to the staff.
Again, this is certainly not mandatory and you see this happening less and less. The young players in particular have a problem with this. If you get paid 35 times your investment, you are generally happy and you can easily give away such a plastic piece.
What I don’t like is that a croupier will beg for it or expect you to give a piece. It has happened to me regularly that people look at me strangely.
I am also someone who gives a bit, provided I also have a profit. Personally, I’m not going to keep tipping if I’m down. It also really depends on whether it is a nice croupier because I do not want to give it to a grumpy employee. And not to someone who pays wrong.
With a super nice and/or enthusiastic employee, he can also expect more, because this is always good for karma.
Tipping in a Casino
You see that arcade employees often get a tip from players. If they hit a mystery jackpot or a nice handy.
In addition, it is always appreciated when you leave and exchange your money back that you leave a €2.00 piece if you have been helped well.
It’s just like in the catering industry, if you do your job well with a smile, guests will reward you more often.
How Much Should You Tip?
You are not obliged to tip. However, there are ‘unwritten’ rules that you can adhere to if you grant an employee something or if they just went that extra step for you.
With a jackpot, you see that people often tip between 2 and 5 percent of the total amount. In table games such as Multi Poker or Blackjack you can now and then give a chip tip if it is a nice table with a cosy atmosphere.
You regularly see that guests give the change to the croupier after they leave the table.
The general rule is whatever makes you feel good. If you are grateful and have a good time in the casino you can consider this.
Do You Get Luckier If You Tip?
Many people believe in karma and that a tip will affect their luck. Of course, this is not a guarantee, but it can give a good feeling.
Do They See Me As Stingy If I Don’t Tip?
A night out can sometimes cost a bit and players take this into account in their budget. Do you also tip in restaurants or at the hairdresser? This is the same. You don’t have to, it’s okay. If you win a lot and you don’t keep tipping, you will get some looks from the chef and/or dealers ☺
