'Harrah's Cherokee is committed to being the employer of choice in Western North Carolina,' Harrah's release states. In a press release, Harrah's Cherokee Casinos says they also offer benefits along with hiring bonuses for many. HARRAH'S OFFERING NEW EMPLOYEES BONUSES OF UP TO $3,000 AS MORE THAN 600 JOBS ARE OPEN Meanwhile, Harrah's says many tipped Team Members will also see an increase in their starting rate, varying by position, and other hourly and salaried Team Members will also receive a wage increase. The company says this wage increase for new and existing Team Members went into effect immediately. (WLOS) - Harrah's Cherokee Casinos has announced it has increased the starting pay rate for all non-tipped positions to $15 per hour.