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Playground

Premier poker room and gaming destination

Player Development VIP Gaming Host

Full-TimePosted on 10/23/2026
CA$50k - CA$75k/yr+ Uncapped quarterly performance bonus
Junior
Kahnawake, QC, Canada
In Person
Sales & Account ManagementAccount Management

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 2 years of experience in sales, as a host, or in another casino position such as VIP services, brand ambassador marketing, player rewards, or casino operations.
  • Bilingual written and spoken English and French.
  • A valid work permit or Canadian residency.
  • Ability to write reports and professional business correspondence.
  • Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, VIP guests, and other guests.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Flexibility to work varied shifts, days of the week, and holidays.
  • Ability to interact with guests, staff, and colleagues and resolve problems and conflicts diplomatically and tactfully.
Responsibilities
  • Build strong relationships with assigned VIP guests.
  • Spend time on the floor greeting guests and ensure a friendly and positive experience through prompt, courteous, and efficient service.
  • Accommodate guests’ needs within Host program guidelines to ensure satisfaction and encourage return visits.
  • Evaluate individual players’ gaming activity, including recorded play, earned points, complimentary availability, and guest profitability, to make appropriate decisions about complimentary offerings.
  • Monitor guests’ betting habits and participation levels to manage programs, maximize profit margins, maintain adequate play levels, and control costs.
  • Participate in call-center efforts to invite guests to special events, individual visits, and incentives; reactivate guests; and obtain feedback on guest satisfaction.
  • Review department-related reports and use the data to achieve assigned goals.
  • Manage, build, and grow the assigned VIP guest database.
  • Maintain personal, direct-mail, and telephone contact with guests to build loyalty, increase guest value and visit frequency, and fill events.
  • Know the regulations, policies, and procedures relating to electronic gaming devices and the gaming floor.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Additional languages are considered an asset.

About the company

Playground is a gaming and entertainment destination near Montreal with a 44-table poker room that hosts daily cash games and tournaments, including events like the World Poker Tour and WSOP Circuit. The venue also has over 1,100 gaming machines and electronic table games, plus dining and lounges such as The Rail and Drunken Dragon. It stands out for housing two of the largest Bad Beat Jackpots in poker history and for regularly attracting high-stakes players and spectators through major events. Its goal is to offer top-tier poker action, big jackpots, and a comprehensive entertainment experience for players and guests.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Canada

Founded

2010

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What believers are saying

  • Playground added three WSOP Circuit stops in 2026, deepening year-round event volume.
  • The January 2026 bad-beat jackpot hit CA$758,785, reinforcing player excitement and traffic.
  • Irish Poker Open satellites with Dusk Till Dawn widen international reach and acquisition channels.

What critics are saying

  • Auditor Jones & O’Connell raised going-concern doubt on April 29, 2026.
  • Playground Ventures adopted semi-annual reporting in May 2026, signaling reporting-cost pressure and strain.
  • If WSOP traffic softens after 2026, Playground’s tournament-led demand concentration becomes existential.

What makes Playground unique

  • Playground Poker Club in Kahnawake won exclusive WSOP partnership expansion in 2026.
  • Its Montreal venue hosts Canada’s first WSOP Super Circuit, with CA$10 million Main Event.
  • Playground’s online qualification through GGPoker Ontario reaches players across Ontario and Canada.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Employee Discounts
  • Training Programs
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Company Social Events
  • Paid Vacation
  • Gym Membership
  • Meal Benefits

Company News

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Aug 11th, 2021
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