HOSPITALITY & TOURISM

The Hospitality and Tourism Pathway prepares learners for careers in the service and tourism industries. Jobs in the hospitality and tourism career cluster involve planning, managing, and providing lodging, food, recreation, conventions, and tourism. Hospitality operations are located in communities throughout the world, and this career field is divided into four main areas, as described by iCEVonline:

#1 - Restaurants & Food/ Beverage Services

Employees working in the Restaurants and Food/Beverage Services pathway perform a variety of tasks to maintain operations and promote guest services in eating and drinking establishments.

#2 - Lodging

Employees working in the Lodging pathway perform tasks related to the operation of lodging facilities and the care of guests who use these facilities, either through direct guest contact or the provision of background services that enhance the guest experience.

#3 - Travel and Tourism

Employees in the Travel and Tourism pathway focus on the development, research, packaging, promotion, and delivery of a traveler’s experiences. There is a broad range of jobs in this pathway, including planning trips and events and overseeing urban convention centers, etc.

#4 - Recreation, Amusements & Attractions

Employees looking for exciting and diverse work situations are best suited for the Recreation, Amusements and Attractions pathway. The work is often demanding but never boring. Good customer service skills are essential for success.