Contacted by this masthead,a spokesperson for the Blackstone-owned casino operator confirmed that the company will close its “mahogany” floor until business levels stabilise,with all customers using its “crystal” level from now on.
“Crown has made a decision to consolidate its two VIP casino floors in Sydney in response to the current macroeconomic challenges facing our industry alongside other Australian businesses,” the spokesperson said.
“Unfortunately,this decision will impact some of our team members,and we are working with them and their union to consult on their options in the hopes of placing as many people as possible in other roles. Our priority is to support our people through this process,and manage these changes with care and respect.”
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Some of the workers affected will be offered the option to be redeployed to Crown’s casinos in Perth and Melbourne,or fill other open positions in Sydney,the company said.
Crown Sydney was designed to suit international high-rollers,with its mahogany floor boasting 30 private salons. Its customers will now be restricted to the crystal floor’s 160 tables and 66 electronic tables instead. As a VIP-only facility,Crown Sydney has no poker machines. A minimum bet of $20 applies.
To gain access to the mahogany room,VIP members needed a minimum spend of $45,000 across its bars,restaurants and hotels.