The flashing lights and ringing bells of a casino can be incredibly distracting, making it easy to forget the human element of the floor.

Failing to tip a dealer after a massive winning streak is considered incredibly rude and will instantly make you unpopular at the table.

How and When to Tip Casino Dealers

Unlike standard minimum wage jobs, dealers work in an incredibly high-stress environment, absorbing the anger of losing players all day long.

You can tip a dealer in two distinct ways: simply handing them a chip directly, or placing a bet specifically for them.

• Never hand cash directly to a dealer's hand; the strict security rules require you to place the money flat on the table first
• In most modern casinos, all dealer tips are 'pooled' and split evenly among everyone on the shift, ensuring fair pay for dealers stuck on slow tables
• If you hit a massive slot machine hand-pay jackpot, it is customary to tip the slot attendant who brings you the cash roughly 1% to 2% of the total

Tipping the Waitresses, Valets, and Cashiers

While the drinks are usually 'free' while you are actively gambling, the physical labor of carrying heavy trays through a crowded casino is not.

If you tip $5 on your very first drink order, the waitress will actively seek you out for the rest of her shift, ensuring your glass is never empty.

By tipping generously and acting politely, you transform the staff from mere employees into your personal cheering section.