Who Do I Tip? | Casino Gratuity

Bryan Fulton | World Renowned Casino Dealer

6 Casino Workers That Love Playing Just The Tip! 

Do I Tip Everybody?

If you are planning a trip to Las Vegas, NV you need to know who to tip and how much. Do not get put off on how many people work for tips, instead realize the wealth of knowledge available to you for mere dollars.

It is like having your own personal tour guides to the city for a couple of bucks.

Here are 6 people who will be of great help if given a little incentive.

#1 Cab/Limo Drivers - 

These are the backbone of the city. They are extremely connected and have their fingers on the pulse of whats going on, where the hot spots are and who can get you in. To maximize their potential I suggest 15% of the fare. Well worth the investment.

#2 Bell Hops - 

A little goes a long way with these people. Do not make the mistake of trying to carry your bags by yourself, these casinos are as big as malls. Think of the stress you will not have for a $2-$5 cost.

#3 Valets - 

Back in the mob days valets controlled the town. They had all the connections and could get you anything you wanted! They would even have to practically bribe their bosses to get the good shifts because they made so much money in tips. Things have calmed down a bit but these hard working car runners are still a great resource for what you need to know and who you need to talk to when you need something. Average tip $2-$5.

#4 Bartenders/Waiters - 

No need to tell you why you need to tip these mixologists and servers. For great service, conversation and a healthy splash of the good stuff you should tip $1-$2 per round.

#5 Slot Change Person - 

If you win a hand payed jackpot, figure on 3-5% (10% if you're a baller!) of it to insure good karma. These people are very attentive and will go the extra mile for you if you treat them right. Then take your remaining winnings and go!

#6 Casino Dealers - 

Playing table games with live dealers is a great time. Dealers like bartenders are a wealth of knowledge and usually are great conversationalists. They have the ability to offer great tips and gambling advice that could lead to big winnings at the table. Players who tip are often called George's which comes from the reference to one dollar bill. There are two ways to tip your dealer, one is called a hand in which means exactly that you give the dealer a tip. The other is betting for them, most casinos let the dealer bet their tip with your hand and if you win they get double. Just ask them which they would prefer. When tipping your dealer it is a good rule to bet the next denomination down from your bet for them. Example you bet $5 then bet $1 for them, you bet $25 bet $5 for them and so on. Of course no dealer expects you to tip if you are losing.

There are so many people in the hospitality industry that rely on tips. Remember that it is a service industry and if the service is not good then do not feel obligated to to tip, but if the person has offered a great service and was entertaining or helpful give a little and you will get a lot! Just don't be a cheap bastard and everything will be alright!

Author: Bryan Fulton | Bryan Fulton comes from a family full of casino industry professionals, from casino managers, and dealers to special event planners, and slot host organizers. He has worked at many different styles of casinos from the old world era riverboats of South Carolina to the luxurious mega resorts of fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada! Bryan has years of experience in all the casino table games, he has dealt over a million hands (and counting) of blackjack, roulette, craps and the carnival games. His skills have landed him highly paid jobs in some of the busiest casinos around. Bryan Fulton has been featured on the Travel Channel’s Vegas Dealers II in which he is seen demonstrating various dealing techniques. He has been called upon to train many of the new hires that casinos bring up through the ranks internally. Bryan Fulton has personally coached thousands of customers on effective playing strategies as well as his secret winning strategies.