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Sector and role information

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The hospitality, leisure and tourism workforce is diverse – with a range of careers and jobs available to anyone with the right attitude – from chefs to croupiers, housekeepers to office administration; plus a generous supply of management opportunities!

If you want to work in an industry where:

  • No two days are the same
  • There are plenty of opportunities for progression
  • You have the chance to travel the world
  • You can meet new people every day

Then stick with CareerScope – we’re here to help you find your perfect job with your perfect employer.

Hotels

From eco-hotels to wellness escapes, pop-up hotels to luxury brands, this is an ambitious industry that continues to adapt and innovate; and it’s growing – in less than 20 years time there will be almost 900,000 hotel rooms in the UK alone.

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Food Service Management

FSM companies are all around us, for example, grabbing a drink at your college coffee shop; having lunch in a staff restaurant; buying some refreshments at a concert or stadium and you will be feeding your FSM habit.

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Restaurants and Cafes

If you have a love of food and drink, plus, a desire to learn more about it and share with others, then a career in Restaurants is essential for you.

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Members Clubs

Private members clubs can be found across the UK, although you may not at first be aware of them – they could offer you a fantastic career in hospitality.

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Pubs and Bars

Diversity is the name of the game in the pubs and bars sector where exciting new concepts constantly come on stream.

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Leisure and Tourism

If you are an active person, love travel or have a passion for your local history there could be a perfect opportunity for you in the leisure and tourism industry.

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Example Roles

Once you’ve had a read about the different industries above, you may have an idea about what kind of role you would like in that type of business, but there might be some you haven’t thought about. For detailed information and what kind of salary to expect in these roles, create a profile to access our Careers Map.

Food & Drink
Assistant Bartender
Bar Staff
Barista
Bartender
Catering Services Supervisor
Chef de Rang / Team Leader
Conference & Banqueting Steward
Crew Member
Customer Service Assistant
Food Safety Advisor
General Assistant
Head Waiter / Sommelier
Lounge Service Assistant
Vending Assistant
Front of House
Assistant Bartender
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Bar Staff
Barista
Bartender
Butler
Cashier
Cloakroom Assistant
Concierge
Counter Assistant
Food & Beverage Manager
General Assistant
Hall Porter
Head Waiter / Sommelier

Housekeeping
Assistant Housekeeper
Cleaner
Executive Housekeeper
Floor Housekeeper
Head Housekeeper
House Porter
Housekeeper
Housekeeping Team Member
Laundry Assistant
Linen Porter
Room Attendant
Kitchen
Chef
Chef De Partie
Commis Chef
General Assistant
Head Chef
Kitchen Assistant
Kitchen Porter / Stewards
Pastry Chef
Sous Chef
Leisure
Beauty Therapist
Cinema and Theatre Attendant
Dance Teacher
Fitness Instructor
Hairdresser
Sports Coach
Management
Accommodation Services Manager
Area Manager
Area Operations Manager
Assistant Accomodation Manager
Bar Manager
Catering Development and Training Manager
Catering Manager
Cellar Manager
Chef Manager
Cleaning Services Manager
Conference & Banqueting Manger
Conference & Banqueting Sales Manager
Conference Supervisor
Sales & Marketing
Group Purchasing Manager
Marketing Director
Marketing Manager
Sales and Marketing Executive
Sales Consultant
Sales Manager
Support Services
Accountant
Beauty Therapist
Gardener
Group Purchasing Manager
Head Porter
Health & Safety Manager
Maintenance Engineer
Night Auditor
Personnel and Training Officer
Training Officer
Tourism
Air Cabin Crew
Children’s Entertainer
Cruise Ship Steward
Holiday Rep
Resort Entertainer
Tour Operator Administrator
Travel Agent

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