Careers in Hospitality Management

There are many great career paths you can take in hospitality that allow you the opportunity to take on a management role or work up to one.  ​​​​​​​These are the various types of places you can work in and the roles that offer.  Lodging Lodging, such as hotels and resorts, is one of the largest …

The Food and Beverage Manager: Turn passion into your career

Meet Roger Vieira, food & beverage manager for Liberty Entertainment Group, creators of restaurants and entertainment venues in a large North American city. Vieria has worked in virtually every aspect of the restaurant industry, rising through the ranks over the past 30 years from dishwasher to busboy and waiter and from sommelier to restaurant general …

Crafting a Standout Hospitality Resume: Top 10 Questions Answered

Securing a job in the competitive hospitality industry requires more than just a winning smile and excellent customer service skills. A well-crafted resume is your ticket to standing out among the crowd of job seekers. To help you navigate resume building, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 questions people often have when putting …

5 Job Skills Hospitality Employers Want to See

In order to stand out from the pack, prospective employees must highlight the skills that employers think of as most in demand. As a prospective employee, make sure you are doing your best to highlight what employers want to see on your resume and cover letter. Here is a list of the top five skills that …

The Bartender: Hotel Bars vs Restaurant Bars

Remember Sam Malone, the consummate bartender who owned TV’s most famous pub, Cheers, “where everybody knows your name”? His patrons were treated like family, and he created an environment where locals made his bar their “local”. A successful bartender is no mere mixer of drinks or inventor of the next big cocktail. Whether in a …

Strategies to Secure a Hospitality Job When You’re Underqualified

Embarking on a job search can be a daunting task, especially when you feel you may be underqualified for positions that are available or that you are interested in.  In the dynamic and competitive field of hospitality, where experience often takes center stage, it’s crucial to adopt strategic approaches to stand out and secure that …

Personality, Skills, or Experience: What Matters Most

In the competitive realm of the hospitality industry, job seekers often find themselves trying to figure out what employers value most—personality, skills, or experience. We’re going to shed some light here!  The Dynamics of Personality In hospitality customer service is paramount, and personality can play a pivotal role in determining a candidate’s suitability for a …

3 Unique Interview Tactics to Try in the New Year

Do you feel like you’ve tried everything in your interviews and nothing is working? It may be time to refresh your interview tactics!  The key to any great interview is practice and preparation. You should know how your skills apply to a role like the back of your hand. You should also know quite a …

12 Reasons the Holidays are a Great Time to find a New Hospitality Job

Employers are hiring throughout the holidays and looking to fill vacancies in the coming year. It’s a busy time in the hospitality world and extra help is always welcome. Keep your momentum going and be prepared to take advantage of the holidays to enhance your job search. Here are some tips to keep in mind: …

Food Service Management Careers

Table of Contents General Manager Assistant Manager Executive Chef Catering Manager Management careers in food service give individuals opportunities to participate in either preparing the food or maintaining a high level of customer service. Whether you want to be in charge of the front of house or prefer to stay in the back, there is …