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Casino Resorts
Caesars Entertainment, MGM Resorts International, Wynn Resorts
Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers
This job sits at the money window of a casino: you swap cash, chips, tickets, and change, check IDs, and keep every transaction balanced and documented. What makes it distinct is the constant mix of customer service, security rules, and exact cash control. The tradeoff is that the work is routine but unforgiving—small counting or ID mistakes can turn into shortages, compliance issues, or conflict with guests.
Also known as Cage CashierCasino Cage CashierCasino CashierGaming CashierBooth Cashier
Median Salary
$34,810
Mean $36,820
U.S. Workforce
~22K
4K openings per year
10-Year Growth
+-6.4%
22.6K to 21.1K
Entry Education
No formal educational credential
+ None experience
What This Role Looks Like in Practice
Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers sits in the Business category. In practical terms, this role combines day-to-day execution, cross-team coordination, and consistent decision-making under real business constraints.
U.S. employment is currently about ~22K workers, with a median annual pay of $34,810 and roughly 4K openings each year. Based on BLS projections, total employment is expected to decline from 22.6 K in 2024 to 21.1K in 2034.
Most hiring paths start with High school diploma, and employers typically expect none of related experience. Many careers in this track begin around Casino Cash Handling Trainee and can progress toward Casino Cage Manager. High-value skills usually include Reading Procedures, House Rules & Transaction Logs, Casino Cage POS & Ticketing Systems, and Cash Drawer Reconciliation & Recordkeeping, paired with soft skills such as Reading Comprehension, Active Listening, and Coordination.
Core Responsibilities
- Count the cash in your drawer or bank at the start and end of the shift to make sure the numbers balance.
- Exchange bills, chips, and tickets for customers and give the right amount of change.
- Check customer ID and other required documents to confirm age and follow casino rules.
- Record each money exchange so the logs, forms, and totals stay accurate.
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A Day in the Life
01 Count the cash in your drawer or bank at the start and end of the shift to make sure the numbers balance.
02 Exchange bills, chips, and tickets for customers and give the right amount of change.
03 Check customer ID and other required documents to confirm age and follow casino rules.
04 Record each money exchange so the logs, forms, and totals stay accurate.
05 Reconcile the day’s transactions and report any shortages or overages.
06 Follow cage security procedures, receive the shift bank, and keep the work area in order.
Industries That Hire
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Tribal Gaming
Seminole Gaming, Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Pechanga Resort Casino
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Sports Betting & Online Gaming
DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM
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Riverboat & Destination Casinos
Boyd Gaming, Penn Entertainment, Bally's
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Hospitality & Entertainment Resorts
Hard Rock International, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, Resorts World Las Vegas
Pros and Cons
Advantages
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You can get started without a degree: BLS lists no formal educational credential and short-term on-the-job training.
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The role has clear, learnable routines, so it is easier to measure your accuracy and progress day to day.
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Cash handling and recordkeeping skills transfer to bank teller, cashier, and accounting support jobs.
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There are still hiring opportunities, with about 4.0K annual openings even though the occupation is small.
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You work directly with guests, which can suit people who like fast, face-to-face service and quick problem-solving.
Challenges
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Pay is modest for the responsibility involved: the median wage is $34,810 and the mean is $36,820.
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The long-term outlook is weak, with employment projected to fall 6.4% from 22.6K in 2024 to 21.1K by 2034.
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Cashless gaming and automation can reduce the need for change persons and booth cashiers over time.
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The career ladder is narrow; many workers have to move into supervision, compliance, or management to earn much more.
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Small mistakes matter a lot, because a bad count, missing form, or failed ID check can create shortages or security problems.
Career Progression
Casino Cash Handling Trainee
0-1 years
$29K-$32K
Learns the cage rules, counting process, ID checks, and paperwork under close supervision.
Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers
1-4 years
$33K-$39K
Handles customer exchanges independently, balances cash, and keeps transaction records accurate.
Senior Cage Cashier THIS ROLE
4-7 years
$40K-$47K
Takes on more complex cash reconciliations, resolves discrepancies, and helps train newer staff.
Cage Shift Supervisor
7-11 years
$48K-$60K
Oversees the cage team, reviews balancing reports, and handles escalated security or customer issues.
Casino Cage Manager
11-15 years
$61K-$78K
Manages cage operations, staffing, controls, and compliance for the full money-handling operation.
Education Paths
High school diploma
The most common pathway, held by 96.45% of workers in this role.
No formal educational credential
BLS lists this as the typical entry point, although it appears at 0% in the education distribution.
Some college coursework
A smaller route into the job, seen for 2.36% of workers.
Post-secondary certificate in cash handling or gaming operations
A practical alternative for applicants who want structured training before they start; 1.19% of workers in the distribution hold a post-secondary certificate.
Key Skills
Technical
Reading Procedures, House Rules & Transaction Logs 62%
Casino Cage POS & Ticketing Systems 60%
Cash Drawer Reconciliation & Recordkeeping 60%
ID Verification Software & Compliance Checks 60%
Microsoft Excel & Daily Settlement Reports 58%
Currency, Chip & Ticket Counting 58%
Soft Skills
Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningCoordinationService OrientationSocial PerceptivenessSpeaking Job Outlook and Trends
+-6.4%
Projected growth (2024-2034)
4K
Annual job openings
Employment is projected to rise from 22.6K to 21.1 K over the next decade, representing -6.4% growth. Around 4 K openings per year include both newly created roles and replacement hiring from turnover.
Remote availability is currently Rare. Demand remains strongest where employers need practical domain knowledge plus modern workflow and data skills.