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Ilan Sarusi

London

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in the gaming and casino industry, currently serving as a Card Room Dealer and Cashier at Empire Casino in London. Demonstrates expertise in cash handling, regulatory compliance, and customer engagement, ensuring seamless financial transactions and adherence to gaming regulations. Formerly a Professional Poker Player with over 14 years of experience, skilled in strategic analysis, risk management, and maintaining high ethical standards. Adept at conflict resolution and providing excellent customer service while remaining calm under pressure.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Cashier

Empire Casino
London
12.2022 - Current

Key Responsibilities

  • Always observe the conditions and requirements of the Cashdesk Procedure Manual, Guidelines, directives and provisions of relevant legislation.
  • Ensure that all Company records and paperwork are accurately and comprehensively completed in accordance with Company procedures and accounting guidelines and reporting errors and omissions to your manager.
  • Investigating queries from head office or in-house.
  • Carry out all cash and electronic transactions including exchanges, chip redemptions, debit transactions, ATM, and payouts.
  • Exchange chips, tokens, and tickets for cash accurately and efficiently.
  • Handle customer buy-ins and payouts while following cashdesk procedures.
  • Updating points/player tracking for customers.
  • Maintaining all ATMs.
  • Processing all banking.
  • Verify and record all financial transactions in the casino’s accounting system.
  • Ensure compliance with gaming regulations, anti-money-laundering (AML) laws, and casino security procedures.
  • Assist with count operations, including counting and securing large sums of cash.
  • Provide excellent customer service, addressing guest inquiries and resolving minor disputes professionally.
  • Report suspicious activities or policy violations to supervisors immediately.
  • Maintain confidentiality and integrity when handling customer and financial information.

Card Room Dealer

Empire Casino
London
12.2021 - Current

Key responsibilities

  • Deal poker games with precision and professionalism.
  • Manage pots, bets, and chip movements accurately.
  • Maintain control of the game and ensure compliance with regulations and the house rules.
  • Provide a welcoming and engaging atmosphere for players.
  • Handle guest enquiries and resolve disputes calmly and fairly, working with floor management where appropriate.

Professional Poker Payer

Self Employed
01.2007 - 12.2021
  • Participated in poker tournaments and cash games.
  • Assisted in studying and analysing strategies of opponents.
  • Supported bankroll management for sustainability.
  • Kept updated with latest poker strategies and trends.
  • Practised regularly to maintain and improve skill levels.
  • Reviewed past games to identify strengths and weaknesses.
  • Travelled to various locations for live poker events.
  • Engaged with online poker platforms.
  • Adhered to ethical standards and fair play.
  • Networked with other poker players and industry professionals.

Education

Finance and Management

Ruppin Acedemic College
Israel
01-2015

Skills

  • Cash handling
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Customer engagement
  • Financial reporting
  • Good financial management skills
  • Customer service
  • Compliance adherence
  • Conflict resolution
  • Player engagement
  • Risk management
  • Data entry
  • Regulatory knowledge
  • Strategic analysis
  • Team collaboration
  • Ethical standards
  • Calm under pressure
  • Willingness to learn
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication skills
  • Networking skills
  • Transaction processing
  • Capacity to stay calm and composed during intense situations
  • High level of discipline and self-motivation
  • Willingness to continuously learn and adapt
  • Ability to make quick and accurate calculations
  • Strong observational skills

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Hebrew
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Cashier

Empire Casino
12.2022 - Current

Card Room Dealer

Empire Casino
12.2021 - Current

Professional Poker Payer

Self Employed
01.2007 - 12.2021

Finance and Management

Ruppin Acedemic College
Ilan Sarusi