Offering an incredibly varied range of positions, non-stop hands-on learning experiences, and well-paying entry-level jobs, the hotel industry is the perfect place to find your passion while developing transferable skills. The hotel business is booming and there are more jobs every day for those who want them. The skills you develop in any role will reward you with upward mobility. The best managers are those who understand, from experience, how housekeeping teams operate, what makes good front desk staff, or how best to anticipate guests’ wants and needs.
Working in hotels, even the most entry-level job can sustain a comfortable lifestyle. With so many opportunities to grow and move up, the pay only increases as you put time into this industry.
Although there are certainly some ‘traditional’ 9-5 roles, many positions fall outside ‘normal working hours’. This gives you the opportunity to fit your job around your life rather than be forced to do it the other way around.
Worried you’re going to be stuck in the same routines day after day? Don’t fret! You’ll often be on your feet, interacting with customers, and solving problems. Hotel jobs are perfect for the creatively minded who like to tackle new challenges every day.
Even if you transfer out of the industry, the skills you gain working in hotels are useful everywhere. Understanding and elevating customer experiences, effective communication, and teamwork are necessary skills in any position.
“There are so many opportunities in the hospitality industry to make your way to the top.”
Does going to the Bahamas for a few months to open a brand-new hotel sound like something for you? Check out Andrew’s story to hear how he’s spent years learning the ins and outs of hotels, why staying motivated matters, and why the industry is more rewarding than you think.
It's a privilege to wake up every day knowing that I am surrounded by the remarkable ladies and gentlemen who infuse the art of hospitality with genuine passion. In this synergy of remarkable individuals and a thriving community, I find not just a job, but a profound sense of purpose and fulfillment — shaping experiences, crafting memories, and enriching lives.
— Candace Duran | The Ritz-Carlton, Denver
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