As we inch closer to the grand opening of the Hard Rock Casino Rockford, tons of job opportunities have emerged for residents across the Stateline.

On Thursday, August 29th, 2024 at 3:00pm, the Hard Rock Casino Rockford will open its doors to the public, with over 1,300 slot machines, 44 table games, a Hard Rock Café, Hard Rock Live concert venue, several restaurants, and shops throughout the 189,000-square-foot casino.

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This means they need tons of employees to keep the show running smoothly!

If you've been looking for a new job or think you'd be a great fit for the Hard Rock Casino, there's an open-call hiring event on Wednesday, July 31st at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Center in Rockford.

Related: Wisconsin’s New Ho-Chunk Casino Begins Construction This Fall

Think you have what it takes to be a security officer, table games floor supervisor, surveillance agent, or maybe a cook?  Now's your chance to apply!

Plus, there are sign-on bonuses:

  • $1,000 sign-on bonuses for cooks, chefs, kitchen staff, & experienced dealers
  • $2,000 sign-on bonuses for table games floor supervisor positions

(Benefits: Employee meals, paid weekly, uniforms provided, plus there are full-time, part-time, and on-call openings available.  Must be 18 to apply.  21+ for gaming positions.)

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Read More: Why Rockford's Buzzing About Hard Rock Casino Grand Opening 

I heard stepping foot inside the Hard Rock Casino Rockford feels like you're actually in Vegas.  It's the stunning - every inch of the casino.  Can't wait for it to open!

Ho-Chunk Nation also announced they're breaking ground on a new casino in Beloit, Wisconsin this fall.  Ho-Chunk officials say the construction could take up to 18 months to complete the 139,000 square-foot casino in Beloit. Details here!

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