Gambling is a multibillion-dollar industry and employs workers in a variety of careers. As more states continue to legalize gambling, growth is expected for occupations related to casinos through 2018, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Business careers in casinos can include a variety of financial and hospitality occupations, and most business-related occupations require at least an associate degree in hospitality, accounting, business administration or related discipline.
Gaming Managers
Gaming managers oversee and direct daily gaming operations for a casino. These professionals oversee gaming supervisors, dealers and other gaming staff and spend time on the casino floor to ensure operations are running smoothly. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimated annual mean wages are $79,490 for gaming managers in the casino hotel industry in May 2009.
Lodging Managers
Many guests require accommodations at casino hotels. Casinos that offer accommodations require the skills of a lodging or hotel manager. Lodging managers ensure guests receive proper service during their stay. These professionals typically oversee and direct lodging personnel related to guest accommodation services. In May 2009, the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimated annual mean wages of $74,050 for these professionals working in casino hotels.
Food Service Managers
Many casinos offer food and beverage services for customers. Food service managers oversee and direct food and beverage services in one or several areas of the casino. These professionals oversee and direct staff, maintain food-service budgets and purchase food and beverages. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimated annual mean wages of $68,490 for food service managers in the casino hotel industry in May 2009.
General and Operations Manager
General and operations managers oversee and direct all casino operations including accounting, lodging, sales and marketing, gaming and all business staff at a casino to ensure profitability and customer satisfaction. Many of these professionals are promoted into this role after years of progressive experience in the casino industry and report directly to the chief executive officer or the casino's owners. Annual mean wages were $142,310 for general and operations managers of casino hotels according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics in May 2009.
