Catering and hospitality
About this sector
This sector includes a wide range of skills and roles, including working in the hotel industry; food preparation; restaurants and fast food; travel and tourism and many other careers.
Whether you would prefer to be face-to-face with customers or focus on preparation, there are many roles within this sector.
Careers in catering and hospitality
Within this sector, you will find a range of career opportunities from entry level, right up to senior management.
Here are some examples to show the variety and levels of roles within this sector.
Click on any of the job profiles to view information on entry routes, salary and progression opportunities, plus much more.
Events manager
Event managers organise and run conferences, exhibitions, promotions and business and social events.
Salary: £23,000 to £40,000
Hotel housekeeper
Hotel housekeepers make sure that hotel accommodation is clean and tidy and ready for guests.
Salary: £21,000 to £28,000
Barista
Baristas make and serve coffee in cafes, coffee shops, restaurants and hotels.
Salary: £19,000 to £24,000
Further inspiration
With such a wide variety of roles coming under the catering and hospitality sector, we have highlighted some job roles you may not have considered in this sector.
Cruise ship steward
Cruise ship stewards clean and service cabins on board cruise ships.
Salary: Variable
Chef
Chefs prepare, cook and present food in hotels, bars and restaurants.
Salary: £22,000 to £40,000
Restaurant manager
Restaurant managers organise the day-to-day running of their venue and make sure customers are happy with the food and service they receive.
Salary: £26,000 to £40,000
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