Three reasons why you should have a career in hospitality and tourism
Here are three reasons why you should consider a career in the industry, plus tips on resources that can help you
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There’s a career to suit you Whoever you are and whatever your ambitions,
there is a career in hospitality and tourism for you. If you like to keep active, there are hands-on roles in the kitchen, and a career in pubs and bars is perfect if you love being around people. Hospitality and tourism also include the fast-paced world of events, visitor attractions and hotels, to name a few. Each industry offers a unique working environment and its own set of careers. You could manage a youth hostel, co-ordinate multi-million pound events or create amazing dishes as a chef – the world is your oyster! Did you know there are over 50 job roles in hospitality and tourism?
At
www.hospitalityguild.co.uk you’ll find a personality test that can help you decide which hospitality careers are for you.
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Work hard and you’ll be quickly If you want to work your way to the top – and fast
– hospitality is an ideal place to get started. Many managers start out in entry level positions and progress through on-the- job training and dedication. Learning on the job means the possibilities are endless. A kitchen porter could become a restaurant manager with the right training and experience. Did you know that there is demand for hospitality managers? Over 225,000 managers are needed by 2024 – get the right training and you
Who can help?
Here are just a few bodies with useful resources and information for newcomers to the industry
www.believeinyoungpeople.com Believe in Young People works with young people to connect them to quality placements
www.careerscope.springboarduk.net SpringboardUK is a specialist careers service for hospitality
www.connexions-direct.com Connexions Direct provides guidance, primarily for 13-19 year olds
www.hospitalityguild.co.uk An alliance of employers, skills bodies, individuals and training providers
www.instituteofhospitality.org The professional body for managers and potential managers
www.keepinpace.org The Professional Association for Catering Education
www.notgoingtouni.co.uk A resource to help you find apprenticeships, college courses or work experience
www.springboard.uk.net Springboard aims to help young people find training and work placements with a view to employment
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could be leading and inspiring your own team.
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Two million people can’t be wrong The UK hospitality and tourism industry boasts
a workforce of over 2.2 million people. Restaurants and hotels in particular have had massive growth, and the best thing is you’re definitely not stuck for choice with a career in either sector. Waiting staff, sommeliers, event co-ordinators and food and beverage managers all play a part in creating the welcoming hospitality experience.
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