With so many career choices it hard to decide on just one! But here’s 8 reason’s that may make you think differently about taking on a career in hotels...

1. There’s a huge variety of career paths to choose from

Working in a hotel, you come across so many job roles, all requiring different skills and training. With a whole array of amazing roles to choose from, whether you’re looking for something part-time to kick-start your career or beginning a new career path altogether. Choose from Sales, HR, Accounting, Reception, Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Cooking and Maintenance, to name a few.

2. There are loads of ways to get into the hospitality industry

There isn’t just one qualification that makes getting into the Hotel Industry possible. Sure, there’s Hospitality and Tourism Management, but no matter what you study or are qualified in, there’s probably a job role in the Hotel Industry where you can apply your skills and still work in a job which you love!

3. There are plenty of opportunities for growth

The hotel industry gives you a number of opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. Not only does it give you the opportunity to expand your skills while working in the industry, but there are lots of opportunities to move up within the company, to help achieve your career goals, all while learning new skills.

4. There’s security for the future

With tourism booming, and only getting bigger year on year, there is a huge demand for hotel staff, across all job roles. This means that a career in hotels is one of the safest choices that you can make.

5. No two days are ever the same

It may sound cliché, but when you work in hotels, no two days are ever the same. You come across so many new people and new challenges every day, no matter what your role - so you can be sure that you’ll never get bored of working in a hospitality job.

6. There are lots of perks

There are a number of perks that come with working in the hospitality industry. Not only do you have the opportunity to meet and greet new people every day, from all around the world, but you also receive discounts on hotel rooms, food and drink in restaurants associated with the hotel company where you work!

7. There’s a fantastic atmosphere

Working in the hotel industry means that you are surrounded by lots of friendly and bubbly people. With all of the positive people and the friendly culture, the hotel industry is one of the most fun and atmospheric industries you can choose from.

8. There’s lots of flexibility

A lot of people manage hotel jobs around their study at both school and in university, the flexibility to work part-time, have flexible working and pick up extra shifts when you can make the hospitality industry one of the most accommodating of them all. Plus, it’s a great way to kick start your career in hotels before making your way up the ladder.

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