Rivers Casino Philadelphia Job Fair Oct. 19-20: Food and Beverage Jobs, On-the-Spot Offers

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Rivers Casino Philadelphia is staffing up its kitchens and bars. The Fishtown casino on the Delaware River waterfront will hold a two-day food and beverage job fair on Monday, Oct. 19, and Tuesday, Oct. 20, with on-the-spot interviews for cooks, sous chefs, bartenders, servers, greeters and managers, and the chance of a job offer before you walk back out to Delaware Avenue.

Two short windows, one evening and one morning. No experience required, full- and part-time roles, and you must be at least 18.

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📍 At a Glance

Event	Rivers Casino Philadelphia Food and Beverage Job Fair
Dates	Monday, Oct. 19, and Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026
Time	Monday 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.; Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – noon
Location	The Event Center at Rivers Casino Philadelphia, 1001 N. Delaware Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19125
Format	In person, with on-the-spot interviews for qualified candidates
Eligibility	18 or older; no previous experience required
Job types	Full-time and part-time
More info	Rivers Casino Philadelphia careers

🔥 Who They're Recruiting

This one is all about food and drink. According to the announcement from Rush Street Gaming, the casino's parent company, the openings cover both frontline and leadership roles: sous chefs, cooks, food runners, bartenders, servers, greeters and managers.

The timing has a reason behind it. Rivers says new venues are getting ready to open on the property, and those need crews. The company hasn't named the new concepts or said how many people it plans to hire, so treat the headcount as unknown. What is known is that the door is open to beginners: the casino says plainly that no experience is needed.

Attendees can also taste signature dishes from the casino's restaurants while they're there, which is a decent way to size up a kitchen before you commit to working in it.

💪 What Rivers Says It Offers

The casino did not publish pay rates for these roles. It does list a benefits package that's stronger than what a lot of neighborhood restaurants can match:

Health insurance and paid time off
Weekly paychecks
A 401(k) with vesting
Tuition reimbursement for employees who qualify
Free team member parking, a real perk on this stretch of the waterfront
Room to move up into supervisor and management roles

There's also a retention sweetener. New hires who stay six months get entered into a drawing for prizes, including tickets to sporting events. Ask about base pay and tip structure in your interview, since that's where the real numbers live.

📋 How to Show Up Ready

The windows are only two hours each, so don't plan to roll in at the last minute. Pick the slot that fits: Monday evening works for anyone finishing a day shift, and Tuesday morning suits people who work nights.

Bring several printed copies of your resume, even a short one
Have a valid photo ID ready
Know your availability, including weekends, late nights and holidays
Dress neat and clean; you may interview on the spot
Look over open roles on the careers page before you go

Casino jobs in Pennsylvania can involve a background check and state licensing or registration depending on the position. Ask the recruiter what applies to the role you want so a paperwork step doesn't catch you off guard.

🔎 Search Philadelphia Food and Beverage Jobs

Can't make either window, or want a backup plan? Restaurants, hotels and stadium kitchens across Center City, Fishtown and South Philly are hiring for the same skills right now.

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FAQ

When is the Rivers Casino Philadelphia job fair?

Monday, Oct. 19, from 5 to 7 p.m., and Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 10 a.m. to noon. Both sessions are at the casino's Event Center.

Where is it?

Rivers Casino Philadelphia, 1001 N. Delaware Ave., in Fishtown along the Delaware River, just off I-95.

Do I need casino or restaurant experience?

No. Rivers says no experience is needed, though experienced cooks and managers are also wanted.

How old do I have to be?

At least 18 to apply for these food and beverage positions.

Can I get hired that day?

Possibly. Qualified candidates can interview on the spot and may receive an immediate job offer.

What does it pay?

Rivers has not published wages for these roles. Ask during your interview, and check current postings on the careers page.

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